1-Getting started: with Pumpkin Roll Bars is as simple as turning on your oven. Begin by preheating it to 350°F (175°C) and preparing a 9×13 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray for easy release. This step ensures your bars come out clean and intact, making the whole process less messy.

2-In a medium bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until they’re smooth and creamy, using an electric mixer on medium speed. Add in the eggs, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and water, mixing everything until it’s fully combined for a rich base. In another bowl, whisk the dry ingredients flour, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together to distribute the spices evenly.

3-Gradually blend the dry mix into the wet pumpkin mixture, stirring just until everything comes together without overmixing. Spread about two-thirds of this batter into your prepared pan for a solid base layer. For the cream cheese filling, beat the cream cheese, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until it’s smooth and creamy, then layer it over the pumpkin batter.

4-Drop the remaining pumpkin batter on top and spread it out as evenly as possible. Use a butter knife to gently swirl the layers together, creating that signature marbled look. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center springs back when lightly pressed, and let it cool completely before cutting into squares.