Moist cake like pumpkin squares with a whipped cream cheese frosting. These squares are the perfect autumn dessert that will feed a crowd!
This is A-MA-ZING and by far my favorite recipe to make for pumpkin season.
These are so simple to make, and when done in a12x17 sheet pan, feeds a crowd of people!
This has a very cake-like texture and is then topped with a homemade cream cheese frosting. Yum yum yum!
I could eat a whole pan of these myself. They are so good! Which is why I only make them when I know I can share them with others!
Bottom line…make these right now!…and share…or not! 🙂
Here are some more delicious Autumn desserts!
Sheet Pan Apple Pie: Homemade apple pie all done in a sheet pan. Made with apples, cinnamon, and a flaky pie crust, this will feed the whole family!
Apple Fritters: Crispy and soft apple fritters loaded with fresh bits of apples on the inside. Topped off with a light powdered sugar coating, these make a great treat for the fall!
Cinnamon Rolls: The perfect soft and chewy cinnamon roll. A breakfast treat that is filled with a gooey cinnamon swirl and topped with a cream cheese frosting.
Pumpkin Muffins: Light and fluffy, easy pumpkin muffins. A streusel topping makes these taste like they are straight from the bakery.
Grandma’s Banana Nut Bread: Sweet and super moist homemade banana bread. A simple and easy old fashioned recipe, with only 8 ingredients!
Pumpkin Spice Cookies: Soft and chewy pumpkin spice cookies. A perfect fall cookie that is topped with a delicious cream cheese icing!Â
Pumpkin Pie: Homemade pumpkin pie recipe, perfect for the holidays. Easy recipe made with extra spices to make it super delicious!
Monkey Bread: Monkey bread made with frozen rolls, brown sugar, pudding mix, and butter. Just layer it all in a bundt pan for an easy breakfast treat!
Blueberry Coffee Cake: Soft and moist blueberry coffee cake drizzled with vanilla icing. Delicious breakfast or dessert treat that everyone will love!
Ingredients for Pumpkin Squares
Eggs: Used to make the batter of the squares
Sugar: Regular white sugar added to the batter for sweetness.
Oil: Gives moisture to the batter.
Flour: Will be the base of the batter.
Cloves, Allspice, Nutmeg, Cinnamon: Gives the batter the “pumpkin spice” flavor
Baking Soda: Will allow the squares to rise and be fluffy.
Salt: Added to the batter to balance out the sweet flavor.
Pumpkin Puree: For the pumpkin part of the batter.
Crisco: Used to grease the pan before putting the batter in.
For the Frosting:
Cream Cheese: The base for the frosting.
Butter: Will make the frosting rich and creamy. Use a softened butter (not melted)
Powdered Sugar: Will give the frosting a sweet flavor.
Vanilla Extract: Gives a subtle vanilla flavor.
What’s the difference between pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling?
For this recipe you definitely want the pumpkin puree. Pumpkin puree is just cooked pumpkin in a can. The pumpkin pie filling has all kinds of spices added to it and is sweetened too. The pumpkin squares would turn out way too sweet if you used the pumpkin pie filling, so stick with the pumpkin puree for this recipe.
Does it matter what size pan to use for Pumpkin Squares?
You will need a big baking sheet with an edge, around the size of a 12×17. This big size will allow for the squares to be not too thick. If it gets too thick, it starts to make baking it a little tricky, with the middle not getting done. So stick to a big sheet pan to spread the batter out in a thinner layer.
How to make Pumpkin Squares
Beat the eggs and sugar in a mixer.
Add the oil and the flour, cloves, allspice, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add in the pumpkin and mix together.
In a 12×17 pan with sides, grease with Crisco.
Then add a little flour over the Crisco and shake the pan to spread around.
Add in the pumpkin batter and even out all over.
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Toothpick should come out clean when tested.
Let the pumpkin squares cool before adding frosting.
To make the cream cheese frosting:
Whip up the room temperature cream cheese in a mixer.
Add 1/2 cup of softened butter, 3 cups powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla.
Mix together until nice and creamy.
Spread cream cheese frosting over the COOLED pumpkin Squares.
Cut into square sized pieces to serve!
These are good for up to one week. Store in the refrigerator because of the cream cheese frosting.
Pumpkin Squares
Description
Moist cake like pumpkin squares with a whipped cream cheese frosting. These squares are the perfect autumn dessert that will feed a crowd!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Beat eggs and sugar together in a mixer.
- Add the oil, flour, cloves, allspice, nutmeg, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix together.
- Add in the pumpkin puree last and mix together.
- Grease a 17×12 pan (with sides) with Crisco, then add a little flour and shake the pan around until the flour is distributed evenly.
- Pour the pumpkin batter into the pan and even out all over.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes and then let cool before putting frosting on it.
- For the frosting beat the room temperature cream cheese in a mixer until whipped.
- Add in the softened butter, powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until nice and creamy.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled pumpkin squares in the pan.
- Cut into squares to serve.
Check out some other fall favorite recipes!
Pasta Fagioli: A hearty Pasta Fagioli soup that is loaded with beans, veggies, and ground turkey. A perfect comfort soup for those chilly days!
Mac & Cheese Soup: Homemade creamy macaroni and cheese soup. Bacon, garlic, and onions are added for a savory comfort food dish.
Hearty Black Bean Chili: A hearty homemade chili made with black beans and corn. Slowly simmered together for a smokey flavor.
Chili Cheese Dip: Melty cheese dip made with Hormel chili and cream cheese. A warm and comforting dip that makes a perfect game day snack.
Zuppa Toscana Soup: A creamy soup with sausage, potatoes, and kale. A healthy and hearty soup for those cold weather days!
Butternut Squash Soup: This recipe is full of butternut squash, onions, and carrots. Added spices of nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves, makes this a perfect autumn soup!
Creamy Broccoli Soup: Creamy broccoli soup made with fresh broccoli, carrots, and onions in a creamy broth. A healthy and easy meal for any day of the week.Â
White Chicken Chili: White chicken chili all done in the crockpot. Easy recipe made with chicken, northern beans, pepper jack cheese, salsa, and cumin.Â
Taco Soup: Easy taco soup with beans, ground beef, tomatoes, and seasonings. Combine ingredients and simmer for a fast and delicious weeknight dinner!
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