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Pumpkin Bars with Gingersnap

Pumpkin Bars with Gingersnap: A Cozy Fall Dessert Delight

These Pumpkin Bars with Gingersnap blend a crunchy gingersnap crust with a silky pumpkin filling, making them a perfect autumn treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 8 oz Gingersnap Cookies Substitute with graham crackers for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Fall Spices (e.g., cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg) Adjust to personal preference.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter A dairy-free substitute works for a vegan option.
Filling
  • 15 oz Pumpkin Puree Opt for canned or homemade.
  • 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk Use evaporated milk for a lighter variant.
  • 2 large Eggs Plus one yolk.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a food processor, combine gingersnap cookies, brown sugar, and fall spices until finely crumbled.
  3. Pour in the melted butter and pulse until well blended. Transfer to the prepared pan and press down.
  4. In a medium saucepan, cook pumpkin puree with sugar and spices over low heat for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then blend in sweetened condensed milk, eggs, yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for approximately 45 minutes until the filling is mostly set with a slight jiggle.
  8. Allow cooling at room temperature for at least one hour, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Allow to cool completely before slicing for best texture.

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