Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Slice recipe, a perfect blend of buttery crust and spiced pumpkin filling. Featuring a tender base made from plain flour, brown sugar, and unsalted butter, this recipe is layered with a luscious pumpkin topping infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Canned pumpkin puree and a hint of vanilla extract add richness and depth to create a dessert that's creamy yet light. Prepared in just under an hour, this seasonal treat is ideal for holiday gatherings or as a midweek autumn indulgence. Serve these pumpkin bars with whipped cream for a sweet finish, and savor the warm, comforting flavors in every bite.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium bowl, combine the plain flour and brown sugar.
Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base.
Bake the base in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove it from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, eggs, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, salt, baking powder, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Pour the pumpkin mixture over the baked base and spread it evenly.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 35 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pumpkin slice from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Once cool, slice into 12 squares. Serve as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Calories |
2955 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 126.2 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 646 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 1874 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 439.0 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 261.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 1344 mg | 29% | |
*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.