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Delicious homemade Pumpkin Pie Bars with creamy filling and spice topping.

Pumpkin Pie Bars

These delightful pumpkin pie bars feature a buttery, flaky shortbread crust topped with a rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced pumpkin filling, making them an ideal dessert for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seasonal
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Cold unsalted butter (2 sticks), cubed
  • 4-6 tablespoons Ice water
Filling
  • 15 ounces Pumpkin puree (about 2 cups)
  • 1/2 cup Light brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until coarse crumbs form. Gradually add ice water, mixing until just combined. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Make the Filling
  1. In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the heavy cream until smooth.
Bake the Bars
  1. Pour the pumpkin filling over the crust in the prepared baking dish. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-55 minutes, or until the center is just set and the edges are slightly puffed.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let the pumpkin pie bars cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to chill thoroughly. Cut into squares and serve, optionally with whipped cream.

Notes

For best results, ensure the pie bars are completely chilled before cutting to achieve clean slices. These bars are delicious served plain or topped with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon.