Description
These Pumpkin Pie Dessert Bars combine the classic flavors of pumpkin pie with a buttery, crumbly crust, baked to perfection for a deliciously smooth and spiced treat. Perfect for fall celebrations or as a comforting dessert any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- ¾ cup salted butter (room temperature)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Filling
- 30 oz. pumpkin puree
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 24 ounces evaporated milk
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan with non-stick baking spray and set it aside to get ready for the batter.
- Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, powdered sugar, and all-purpose flour. Use a mixer to blend the ingredients until the mixture is crumbly. Press this crust evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan using your hands or a flat-bottomed measuring cup.
- Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, add the pumpkin puree, eggs, salt, pumpkin pie spice, and brown sugar. Mix these ingredients until well combined. Then, incorporate the evaporated milk, stirring continuously until the filling is smooth and combined.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the pumpkin filling evenly over the prepared crust. Bake the pan in the preheated oven at 425°F for 15 minutes. Afterward, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggly.
- Cool and chill: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, place the bars in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours to allow them to firm up.
- Serve: Cut the chilled pumpkin pie bars into squares. Optionally, top each bar with a dollop of whipped cream before serving for an extra creamy touch.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin puree for best texture and flavor; avoid pumpkin pie filling which contains added spices and sugar.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature to blend smoothly with the sugar and flour.
- Chilling the bars before slicing helps achieve clean, neat cuts.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- For a nutty twist, sprinkle chopped pecans on the crust before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin pie bars, pumpkin dessert, fall dessert, pumpkin spice bars, easy pumpkin recipe
