Pumpkin Pie Bars
I do love all pumpkin flavored desserts, especially when it comes to Thanksgiving time. That’s why these Pumpkin Pie Bars are so fantastic. Yes, there’s nothing like a pumpkin pie, but sometimes when you are short on time, or if making a pie crust is not your thing, this recipe will have everyone fooled. They absolutely taste like a pumpkin pie, only in a square form, and the whipped cream on top totally finishes it off. For this simple, yet delicious dessert, all you need to do is mix 3 ingredients and press in a pan to make the crust. This is my no fail recipe for my delicious shortbread, which is also perfect as a crust for these bars. Next, combine all the filling ingredients and pour in the pan. Bake it, let it cool and serve. That’s it, which couldn’t be any easier!
What You’ll Need To Make Pumpkin Pie Bars
Flour – Use plain all purpose flour. Butter – For this recipe you’ll need salted butter. It should be softened at room temperature before using. If using unsalted butter, make sure to add a pinch of salt to the crust. Icing Sugar – Icing sugar, powdered sugar or confectioner’s sugar – it’s all the same! Pumpkin – You’ll need a large can of pumpkin puree, make sure it’s not pumpkin pie filling. Eggs – Large eggs, either white or brown. Pumpkin Pie Spice – Pumpkin pie spice is used and gives that nice extra pumpkin taste. Brown Sugar – Packed brown sugar will sweeten up the pumpkin filling. Milk – Evaporated milk is recommended and creates a creamier filling. Evaporated milk actually acts as a thickener in pumpkin pie filling so you don’t end up with a runny mess.
How To Make Pumpkin Pie Bars
Some Tips
Leftovers
Store in the refrigerator by covering the cooled pumpkin pie bars with plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezing
These pumpkin pie bars can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just make sure they are completely cooled and I would not recommend putting the whipped cream on until ready to serve. Unthaw in the fridge and when ready to eat, make the whipped cream.
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