25 Best Pumpkin Bar Recipes for a Cozy Fall

Be it Halloween, Thanksgiving, or just a chilly weekday, you can’t beat these easy pumpkin bar recipes.

They’re spiced, flavorful, and perfect for sharing.

Fall is the time for all my favorite things: scary movies, sweaters, chilly days, and, of course, pumpkins. 

And as much as I love a slice of pumpkin pie, there are so many other ways to enjoy this bright veggie.

Like these pumpkin bars!

Oh my gourd, you guys; these sweet, spiced, and addictive fall treats are super low-effort and beyond scrumptious.

From breakfast to dessert, you’ll love every one of these pumpkin bar recipes!

25 Easy Pumpkin Bars To Make This Weekend

1. Pecan Pumpkin Pie Bars

Get in the cozy spirit with a batch of these pecan and pumpkin pie bars.

From the shortbread crust and pumpkin filling to the brown sugar and toasted pecans, they’re the perfect mix of soft, chewy, and crunchy.

Serve these with a dollop of cinnamon-spiced whipped cream. Yum!

2. Healthy Pumpkin Bars (Gluten Free)

These healthy pumpkin bars are oil-and gluten-free. They’re also naturally sweet maple syrup and nutrient-rich pumpkin puree.

So are they “healthy”? Kind of.

At least, they’re healthy-ish, which is okay in my book. They’re also moist and delicious, so everyone will love them.

3. Brown Butter Pumpkin Tahini Bars

One bite of these brown butter, pumpkin, and tahini bars, and they’ll become your new go-to dessert!

Tahini adds so much goodness to these moist and decadent bars. You’ll love the light nutty flavor and hint of bitterness with the butter and pumpkin.

You’ll also get warm hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, which brighten the pumpkin flavor perfectly.

They’re simply irresistible.

4. Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Everyone needs these pumpkin bars on their fall baking list.

Featuring a deliciously moist sponge smothered with a layer of tangy cream cheese frosting, they’re simple but oh-so-addictive.

That frosting is finger-licking delish. It’s amazingly tangy and sweet and so good you’ll want it on everything.

Serve these dessert bars at your next bake sale or family get-together, and they’ll disappear in a flash!

5. Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Creamy, warm, and jam-packed with toasty fall flavors, these pumpkin cheesecake bars are truly something special.

I mean, how could you say no to a gingersnap crust and pumpkin puree cheesecake topping?

Top tip: Use a hot knife to slice these bars so that you get perfect, crisp edges. Also, make sure they’re cold!

6. Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars

Chocoholics, rejoice! These pumpkin chocolate chip bars are just as indulgent as they sound.

They have the perfect blend of pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. They’re also soft, moist, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. 

Serve them with your mid-morning coffee or afternoon tea on a chilly day. Delish!

7. Pumpkin Protein Bars

Add a boost of protein to your day with these homemade pumpkin protein bars. They’re easy to make and much more delicious than any you’ll find at the store.

Packed with nutrients and unique pumpkin flavor, each bar has 18 grams of protein.

Plus, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

These delicious treats taste like a heavenly pumpkin pie protein bar. And they only need four ingredients! 

8. Swirled Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

These swirled pumpkin cheesecake bars are the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert!

You’ll swirl a layer of cheesecake with spiced pumpkin and top it with brown sugar and oat streusel.

Are you drooling too?

Creamy, spiced, and mouth-wateringly delish, these bars are a perfect way to kick off the beginning of fall.

9. Lazy Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

As much as I adore cheesecake, it’s not the fastest dessert to make. Luckily, these lazy pumpkin cheesecake bars are a breeze. 

From the tangy, smooth cheesecake to the pureed pumpkin and seasonal spices, each bite is magnificent. 

And guess what? This bakes in a slow cooker, so it’s super handy for busy bees.

10. Nutella Stuffed Pumpkin Cookie Bars

If you’re craving something fall infused with a kick of decadence, whip up a batch of these Nutella stuffed cookie bars.

They’re chocolatey, chewy, and spiced with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.

If you love Nutella and pumpkin, you have to give these bars a go. That melted Nutella center is enough to send you to dessert heaven!

11. Chocolate Swirled Pumpkin Bars

These pumpkin bars are swirled with dreamy chocolate cheesecake. So they’re pretty sinful!

Moist pumpkin cake and chocolate and cheesecake? Am I dreaming?

These bars are perfect for entertaining a large crowd. They bake on a tray and cut nice and neat.

12. Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Are you looking for the perfect fall dessert? How about these caramel and pumpkin cheesecake bars? 

Loaded with warming spices and luxurious caramel, this recipe has so much to love.

Oh, and did I mention they’re a no-bake treat? That’s always a plus!

13. Pumpkin Blondies with White Chocolate and Pecans

Soft and mouth-wateringly delicious, these pumpkin blondies are too good to miss.

Loaded with white chocolate chips, warm spices, and pecans, every bite is full of the most amazing flavors and textures. 

They’re soft, moist, and pure pumpkin perfection. Make them once, and they’ll quickly become your new obsession.

14. Keto Healthy Pumpkin Bars

The next time you’re on the hunt for a keto-friendly dessert, turn to these healthy pumpkin bars.

You’ll smother soft and fluffy pumpkin cake with a delicious cream cheese frosting.

It’s just what you want in a pumpkin dessert without all the sugar!

15. Pumpkin Roll Bars

Take advantage of pumpkin season with these scrummy pumpkin roll bars.

Moist, sweet, and downright irresistible, this pumpkin cake is swirled with heavenly cream cheese.

Serve them with a pumpkin spiced latte, and you’re all set for fall.

16. Pumpkin Pie Magic Cookie Bars

Pumpkin pie magic cookie bars are like a cross between your favorite fall pie and a cookie.

They’re tender and decadent, with a tasty pecan crust and date-sweetened filling.

They’re also loaded with lots (and lots) of chocolate chips.

Who knew pumpkin pie could get any better?

17. Sheet Pan Pumpkin Bars

If you’re hosting anything this fall, you need these sheet pan pumpkin bars on the menu.

Not only are they insanely tasty with a mouthwatering cream cheese frosting, but they’re also perfect for feeding a crowd.

You can even double the recipe and feed the whole street if you like!

18. Pumpkin S’mores Bars

Moist squares of pumpkin cake topped with melted chocolate and gooey marshmallows? I’m sold already!

Forget smokey campfires and make these pumpkin s’mores bars instead.

Just make sure you keep an eye on the marshmallows in the oven. No one wants a burnt s’more topping!

19. Vegan Pumpkin Oatmeal Bars

Start your day off right with one of these vegan pumpkin oatmeal bars. Trust me; oatmeal has never tasted so good!

They’re soft, chewy, and jam-packed with everything you need to power you through the morning.

Loaded with pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and maple syrup, they practically scream fall!

All that’s missing is a pumpkin spice latte to go with it. 

20. Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars

Get ready for a fun and festive twist on everyone’s favorite fall pie.

It starts with a chewy shortbread base, over which you’ll layer dreamy pumpkin pie filling.

Finally, you’ll add a buttery brown sugar and cinnamon crumble that’s simply to die for.

The warm spices pair gloriously with the sweet pumpkin flavor and buttery crumble. These bars are too good to say no to. 

21. Pumpkin Bars with Brown Sugar Frosting

Looking for the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat? These pumpkin bars with brown sugar frosting are guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face!

Spiced, soft pumpkin bars covered in a thick layer of the most amazing brown sugar frosting are the only sweet treat you’ll need this spooky season. 

They’re so scrumptious, everyone will beg for seconds. So, make sure you grab yourself a slice before they’re all gone!

22. Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookie Bars

Forget those boring sugar cookies and try these insanely tasty pumpkin spice cookie bars instead!

They give the classic cookie a fall twist and are beyond easy to make.

Top these treats with a thick, delicious layer of cinnamon cream cheese frosting, and they’ll fly off the plate.

23. Paleo Pumpkin Bars

Being on the paleo diet doesn’t mean you have to miss out on fall time goodies. And these gluten-, refined sugar-, and dairy-free paleo pumpkin bars are proof.

Packed with pumpkin, spice, and everything nice, they’re like little squares of heaven.

The maple syrup frosting is enough to get you drooling. Seriously, these bars are the bomb – whether you’re on paleo on not.

24. Caramel Macadamia Nut Pumpkin Pie Bars

There’s no end to the many ways you can enjoy pumpkin. But these caramel and macadamia nut pumpkin pie bars might just be my fave. 

Between the buttery nuts, sweet caramel, and spice pumpkin, they’re the definition of crave-worthy. 

Perfect for Thanksgiving, all that’s missing is a dollop of whipped cream.

25. Gingerbread Pumpkin Bars

If you like to super-size fall flavors, try these ridiculously warm and spiced gingerbread pumpkin bars.

Oozing with sweet and rich molasses, the deep gingerbread and sweet pumpkin are a match made in dessert heaven.