Go Back
A platter of sliced Vegan Pumpkin Bars for Thanksgiving topped with white frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Print Recipe

Vegan Pumpkin Bars for Thanksgiving

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 210kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all -purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup organic cane sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil
  • 2 flax eggs (2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water, set for 5 minutes)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz vegan cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter, softened
  • 3 cups organic powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the ground flaxseed and water; let it sit for 5 minutes until thickened to create the flax eggs.
  • In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, cane sugar, brown sugar, melted coconut oil, prepared flax eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold the mixture together until just combined, ensuring no flour streaks remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly into the corners.
  • Bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  • To make the frosting, cream the vegan butter and vegan cream cheese together in a bowl using a hand mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, beating until light and fluffy.
  • Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled pumpkin bars. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set the frosting before slicing into 24 squares.