Pumpkin Pie Bars with Sweetened Condensed Milk Ingredients: Crust + Crumb Topping: 1 cup (225 g / 8 oz) salted butter, softened to room temperature (or unsalted butter + 1/2 tsp salt) 3/4 cup (150 g / 5.3 oz) brown sugar 3 cups (360 g / 12.7 oz) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 cup (125 g / 4.4 oz) chopped pecans Filling: 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix) 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk 2 large eggs 3 tbsp cornstarch 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg Directions: Preheat the Oven: Adjust a baking rack to the middle of the oven and preheat to 375°F (190°C / gas mark 5). Prepare Baking Pan: Grease a 9 x 13-inch (23 x 33 cm) baking pan with butter. Line with parchment paper, allowing the ends to extend over the sides for easy bar removal. Make the Crust: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans. Add the softened butter and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Form the Bottom Layer: Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the dough mixture for the topping. Press the remaining dough firmly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Prepare the Pumpkin Filling: In a separate mixing bowl, combine the canned pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Whisk until smooth and well blended. Assemble the Bars: Pour the pumpkin filling over the crust and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crumb topping over the pumpkin layer. Bake: Bake for 28 to 34 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool to room temperature. Then chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight. Slice and Serve: Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 18-24 squares with a sharp knife, and enjoy! Prep Time: 20 minutes Baking Time: 30 minutes Chill Time: 3 hours Total Time: 3 hours, 50 minutes Kcal: 250 kcal per bar Servings: 18-24 bars These Pumpkin Pie Bars with Sweetened Condensed Milk bring together the flavors of pumpkin pie and a crumbly pecan topping in a delicious, easy-to-serve bar. The creamy pumpkin filling is perfectly spiced and balanced by the buttery crust and pecan-studded topping. These bars make a wonderful addition to any fall gathering or holiday dessert table, offering a delightful twist on classic pumpkin pie. Ideal for cozy autumn nights or festive occasions, these Pumpkin Pie Bars are a satisfying treat that captures the essence of the season in each bite. With their creamy filling and crunchy topping, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
