PUMPKIN WALNUT SQUARES

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My mother-in-law handed this pumpkin bar recipe down as a surefire way to keep my husband happy during the holidays. It's his favorite childhood dessert. -Melissa Conchieri, Northport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size), divided
1/4 cup canola oil
4 large eggs, divided use
1 cup chopped walnuts, divided
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Set aside 1/2 cup cake mix for filling. In a small bowl, combine the oil, 1 egg and remaining cake mix. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup walnuts., In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, milk, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, reserved cake mix and remaining eggs. Pour over crust; sprinkle with remaining walnuts., Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 446mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Eogy Gaming
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These squares are so festive and perfect for fall. I can't wait to make them again next year.


Christopher Wilde
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I love that these squares are not too sweet. They're the perfect balance of flavors.


Aayan Tamang
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These squares are the perfect way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.


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I'm not a big baker, but these squares were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Akhi Moni
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I made these squares for Thanksgiving and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them.


Michael Marrazzo
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These squares are so moist and flavorful. I love the pumpkin and walnut combination.


Furqan love
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I've made these squares several times now and they're always a hit. They're the perfect fall dessert.


Darlene Kephart
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I added a cup of chocolate chips to the batter. It made the squares even more delicious.


Lumu Noah
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I made these squares gluten-free by using almond flour instead of all-purpose flour. They turned out great!


Amukelani Mkhavele
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These squares are so easy to make. I had them in the oven in less than 30 minutes.


Jegede Damilare
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I loved these squares. The flavors are so well-balanced.


Adrianna Gonzales
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I made these squares for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Basit Rajput
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These pumpkin walnut squares are to die for! The pumpkin is perfectly spiced, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.