Introducing Pumpkin Pie Bars, the Alternative to Traditional Pie

If you need a dessert that has all the flavor of a classic pumpkin pie without any of the hassle, look no further than pumpkin pie bars. The seasonal dish only requires a few minutes of prep time, and it’s way less messy to serve and share. Just don’t be surprised when this become your new favorite fall treat.

Pumpkin Pie Bars

Yield: 16 bars

What You Need

Ingredients

Tools and Materials

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust

Preheat oven to 350 F. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt. Cut butter into chunks and add to the flour mixture. Toss until the butter is well-coated.

Using your fingertips or a pastry blender, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse, wet sand.

Pour the crust mixture into a 9″ baking dish and pack it down until it’s evenly spread out.

Bake the crust for 16–18 minutes, until it’s very lightly browned at the edges.

2. Make the Filling

While the crust is baking, prepare the pie filling. Whisk together the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, spices, vanilla and salt.

3. Pour and Bake

When the crust is ready, remove it from the oven and immediately pour the filling mixture onto the hot crust — don’t wait for it to cool! Place the pan back into the oven and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is set and does not jiggle when the pan is lightly tapped.

Allow the bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing and serving.