Description
Pumpkin Pie Bars are a crowd-pleasing dessert featuring a buttery crust and creamy, spiced pumpkin filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a fall treat, these easy-to-make bars capture the essence of classic pumpkin pie in a sharable format.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Pumpkin Filling:
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Topping:
Whipped cream or powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, powdered sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until a dough forms. Press into the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, heavy cream, milk, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until filling is set and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Slice into squares and serve with whipped cream or powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use coconut cream and almond milk.
Ensure filling consistency when using fresh pumpkin puree.
Bars set best when chilled overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 bars
- Calories: 210 kcal
