Description
Pumpkin Pecan Pie Bars are the ultimate fall dessert, blending the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices with crunchy pecans atop a buttery crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy afternoons, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. With every bite, you’ll be transported back to cherished autumn memories, making them a must-try treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix flour, melted butter, and brown sugar until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While it bakes, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in toasted pecans into the pumpkin mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set in the center; a gentle shake should reveal minimal jiggle.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, swap pecans with walnuts or mix in chocolate chips. Use fresh pumpkin puree for a richer taste.