Best 3 Pumpkin Dessert Bars Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the delectable flavors of pumpkin dessert bars! Whether it's a cozy autumn day or the festive holiday season, these delightful treats will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. With their soft, moist texture and rich, pumpkin-spiced filling, pumpkin dessert bars are a classic comfort food that never fails to impress. Discover the secrets to creating the perfect balance of flavors, textures, and presentation as we explore a collection of the best pumpkin dessert bar recipes. From traditional pumpkin pie-inspired bars to creative variations with unique twists, let's embark on a culinary journey to find the ultimate pumpkin dessert bar recipe that will become a staple in your kitchen.

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PUMPKIN DESSERT BARS



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Put a twist on traditional pumpkin pie with this recipe. It packs the spicy pumpkin flavor you love, but in a new crowd-sized form. -Tena Huckleby, Greeneville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1-1/3 cups sugar, divided
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
5 large eggs, room temperature
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
Optional: Whipped topping and ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and 1/3 cup sugar; stir in butter. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and 2/3 cup sugar until smooth. Beat in 2 eggs just until blended. Pour over crust. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, separate remaining eggs and set whites aside. In a large saucepan, combine the yolks, pumpkin, brown sugar, milk, salt and cinnamon. Cook and stir over low heat for 10-12 minutes or until mixture is thickened and reaches 160°. Remove from the heat. , In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir into pumpkin mixture; set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine reserved egg whites and remaining sugar. With a portable mixer, beat on low speed for 1 minute. Continue beating over low heat until mixture reaches 160°, about 12 minutes. Remove from the heat; beat until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved., Fold into pumpkin mixture; spread evenly over cream cheese layer. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until set. Garnish with whipped topping and nutmeg if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

LAYERED PUMPKIN DESSERT BARS



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Our Layered Pumpkin Dessert Bars are sure to be a favorite at your next festive dinner! Layers of Gingersnaps, cinnamon and nutmeg as well as pumpkin cream cheese give these tasty pumpkin dessert bars their autumn flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Thanksgiving Desserts

Time 5h

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

25 gingersnaps, finely crushed (about 1-1/3 cups)
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups canned pumpkin
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
2 eggs
2 pkg. (3.4 oz. each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
2 cups cold milk
1 tub (8 oz.) COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed, divided
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan. Bake 10 min. Beat cream cheese and sugar with mixer until blended. Add pumpkin and spices; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each just until blended; pour over crust.
  • Bake 30 min. or until center is almost set. Cool 1 hour.
  • Beat pudding mixes and milk in medium bowl with whisk 2 min. Stir in 1 cup COOL WHIP. Spread over dessert; cover with remaining COOL WHIP.
  • Refrigerate 3 hours or until firm. Sprinkle with nuts before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

PUMPKIN BARS III



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These pumpkin bars are more like cake bars. Delicious pieces of baked pumpkin cake are topped with a sweet, creamy frosting.

Provided by Vicki Brown

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 eggs
1 ⅔ cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
6 ounces cream cheese
6 tablespoons butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9x13 inch pan and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, salt and cinnamon; add to wet ingredients and mix thoroughly. Spread into prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • Prepare the frosting by beating together the cream cheese, butter and confectioner's sugar. Evenly spread over cooled bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 286.2 mg, Sugar 29.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkin: Look for sugar pumpkins or pie pumpkins, which are small and have a sweet, dense flavor.
  • Roast the pumpkin: Roasting the pumpkin intensifies its flavor and makes it easier to puree.
  • Use a food processor or blender: To get a smooth puree, use a food processor or blender to puree the roasted pumpkin.
  • Add spices: Pumpkin dessert bars are typically flavored with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until they are set: The bars are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting: This will help them to hold their shape.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container: The bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin dessert bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for fall gatherings. They are moist, flavorful, and packed with pumpkin spice. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and seasonal treat, give pumpkin dessert bars a try.

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