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Pumpkin Pie Bars: The Perfect Fall Dessert That's Easier Than Pie

Pumpkin Pie Bars deliver all the cozy, spiced goodness of classic pumpkin pie in a crowd-friendly bar form. With a buttery graham cracker crust and silky pumpkin filling, these easy-to-make bars are perfect for fall gatherings and holiday desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 -24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 15 oz can pumpkin purée
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 12 oz can evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Whipped cream for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into prepared dish. Bake 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, sugar, eggs, and evaporated milk until smooth. Add cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Mix until fully combined.
  4. Pour filling over pre-baked crust and spread evenly. Bake 45-50 minutes, until center is set and a knife comes out clean.
  5. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  6. Cut into bars, wipe knife between cuts for neat slices, and top with whipped cream before serving.

Notes

Use canned pumpkin purée for consistent results. Avoid overmixing the filling to prevent cracks. Refrigerate fully before slicing for clean edges.