Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these delectable Pumpkin Pie Bars. A buttery crust pairs perfectly with a spiced pumpkin filling, creating a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Serving:
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang.
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugars, evaporated milk, eggs, spices, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling over the warm crust and bake for 45–50 minutes until set. Cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Slice into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature with whipped cream.
Notes
- Great make-ahead dessert for fall gatherings.
- For a firmer crust, blind bake for an extra 5 minutes before adding the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
