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Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodle Bars

Soft, chewy bars bursting with warm pumpkin spice flavors, ideal for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice (for rolling)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract and pumpkin spice.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  7. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup granulated sugar with 2 teaspoons of pumpkin spice. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute half the amount of butter with unsweetened applesauce. Keep an eye on your bars while baking to avoid overbaking. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.