Pumpkin Dream Bars
Indulge in the rich, autumnal flavors of Pumpkin Dream Bars, a luscious dessert perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave a sweet pumpkin treat. These bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy spiced pumpkin filling, and a decadent cream cheese topping that will satisfy every pumpkin lover. With simple pantry-staple ingredients like pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice, this recipe is both easy to make and impressively delicious. Each bite offers a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors with hints of warm spices, and they're finished off with an optional dollop of whipped topping for extra indulgence. Ready in just about an hour, these bars are a foolproof, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for holidays or cozy nights in. Keywords: Pumpkin Dream Bars, creamy pumpkin dessert, easy fall recipes, pumpkin cream cheese bars.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until slightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
Pour the pumpkin mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it into an even layer. Bake in the oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer wobbles in the center.
While the pumpkin layer bakes, prepare the cream cheese topping. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Once the pumpkin layer is baked and slightly cooled, gently spread the cream cheese topping over it in an even layer.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to allow them to set completely.
Once chilled, cut the bars into squares. Add a dollop of whipped topping, if desired, before serving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4814 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.7 g | 355% | |
| Saturated Fat | 171.5 g | 857% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1021 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 2583 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 533.1 g | 194% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 401.2 g | ||
| Protein | 73.4 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1618 mg | 124% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2655 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
