Best 6 Pumpkin Dessert Squares With Shortbread Crust Recipes

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Pumpkin dessert squares with shortbread crust is a classic fall dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy pumpkin filling and buttery shortbread crust, this dessert is sure to be a hit. This article will provide you with everything you need to know to make the perfect pumpkin dessert squares, including the best recipe, tips for baking and storing, and ideas for variations. So grab your ingredients and let's get started!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUMPKIN SHORTBREAD BARS



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These are exactly like lemon bars but made with pumpkin instead of lemon. it will become a new tradition every Thanksgiving!

Provided by stephaniestennes

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup softened butter
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup canned solid pack pumpkin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped pecans
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ cup cold butter

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Beat 1/2 cup butter, 1/3 cup sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract together until blended. Mix in 1 cup flour until no longer dry. Press into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool for a few minutes. Reduce the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk together 1/3 cup flour, the baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; set aside. Beat the eggs, brown sugar, pumpkin, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and the pecans together in a bowl until the pumpkin is smooth. Stir in the flour mixture until just incorporated and spread the batter over the parbaked crust.
  • Place 1 cup flour, 1/3 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup of cold butter into a bowl. Press the butter into the flour using a pastry blender or fork until no pieces of butter remain and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle evenly over the pumpkin batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely in the pan. Cut into bars before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 168.7 mg, Sugar 30 g

PUMPKIN SHORTBREAD DESSERT



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My family prefers this to traditional pumpkin pie, which is just fine with me. It feeds a crowd, so I need to make only one dessert instead of several pies. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-3/4 cups sugar, divided
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold butter
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 can (29 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk
Whipped cream and additional ground cinnamon, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar and flour; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. , In a bowl, combine the eggs, pumpkin, salt, spices and remaining sugar. Stir in milk. Pour over crust., Bake at 425° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake 50-55 minutes longer or until filling is set. Cool on a wire rack. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Cut into 15 squares. If desired, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with additional cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PUMPKIN SHORTBREAD DESSERT



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Took this off another recipe site about 2 years ago when I was searching for something a little different from the traditional pumpkin pie. Makes a lovely dessert and lots of it, to feed a family gathering. If you like shortbread and pumpkin, you'll enjoy this combination.

Provided by Nova Scotia Cook

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups sugar, divided
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold butter or 1/2 cup margarine
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 (29 ounce) can solid pack pumpkin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk
whipped cream (optional)
additional ground cinnamon (optional)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar and flour.
  • Cut in butter until the mixture resembles course crumbs.
  • Press into an ungreased 13' x 9" x 2" baking pan.
  • In a bowl combine, the eggs, pumpkin, salt, spices and remaining sugar.
  • Stir in milk.
  • Pour over crust.
  • Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 350 degrees.
  • Bake 50-55 minutes longer or until filling is set.
  • Cool on a wire rack.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Cut into squares.
  • Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon if desired.

PUMPKIN DESSERT SQUARES WITH SHORTBREAD CRUST



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This dessert has extreme pumpkin flavor, with a crust that is so buttery, flakey and light, if you prefer a less sweeter filling just add in 3/4 cup sugar --- the crust must be mixed on the food processor or it will not have the same texture.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 1 (8x8-inch)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces (no subs!)
1 pinch salt
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2-2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons allspice
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 cup whipping cream (whipped, to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Set oven to second-lowest position.
  • Butter an 8 x 8-inch baking pan.
  • To make the crust: process all crust ingredients on a food processor for about 30 seconds until well blended.
  • Press the mixture lightly into the prepared baking pan.
  • Bake crust for 15 minutes, then remove from oven.
  • Meanwhile prepare the filling.
  • With an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese with 3/4 cup plus 2 tbsp sugar for about 2 minutes.
  • Add in eggs and beat well until combined.
  • Add in the pumpkin puree, vanilla and melted butter; mix until combined.
  • In a small cup combine flour, cinnamon and allspice, then add to the pumpkin mixture; mix about 1-2 minutes.
  • Pour over the partially baked crust, and return to oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until just set.
  • Serve at room temperature or chilled, cut into squares with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

EASY PUMPKIN PIE SQUARES



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A delicious pumpkin pie without having to roll out a crust. A great snack and Halloween treat.

Provided by JRR

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup rolled oats
2 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Mix in flour. Fold in oats. Press into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven 15 minutes, until set.
  • In a large bowl, beat eggs with white sugar. Beat in pumpkin and evaporated milk. Mix in salt, cinnamon, ginger and cloves. Pour over baked crust.
  • Bake in preheated oven 20 minutes, until set. Let cool before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 30.2 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 100.5 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

PUMPKIN DESSERT SQUARES



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Easier than pie? Create the same rich flavors of pumpkin pie in an easy pumpkin dessert that's large enough to serve a crowd.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup sugar
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3 eggs
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups Bisquick and 1/2 cup pecans. Using pastry blender or fork, cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture is crumbly. With floured fingers, press mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat filling ingredients with wire whisk until smooth; set aside. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup Bisquick mix and 1/2 cup brown sugar. Using pastry blender or fork, cut in 1/4 cup butter until mixture is crumbly. Stir in pecans.
  • Pour filling over hot partially baked base. Sprinkle topping over filling.
  • Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 30 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve with whipped cream, if desired. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • For the perfect shortbread crust, use cold butter and flour. This will help prevent the crust from becoming tough.
  • Be sure to press the crust firmly into the pan. This will help prevent it from shrinking during baking.
  • Bake the crust until it is golden brown. This will ensure that it is cooked through.
  • For the pumpkin filling, use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor. You can also use canned pumpkin puree if you prefer.
  • Be sure to whisk the eggs and sugar together until they are light and fluffy. This will help incorporate air into the filling and make it light and airy.
  • Add the pumpkin puree, spices, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and whisk until well combined.
  • Pour the pumpkin filling onto the prepared crust and bake until it is set. This will usually take about 30 minutes.
  • Once the bars are baked, let them cool completely before cutting them into squares.
  • Serve the pumpkin dessert squares with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

These pumpkin dessert squares are the perfect fall treat. They are easy to make and always a hit with guests. With their creamy pumpkin filling and buttery shortbread crust, these bars are sure to be a favorite.

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