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Pumpkin Pie Bars That Will Warm Your Heart This Fall

Pumpkin Pie Bars

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Decadent Browned Butter Blondies That Melt in Your Mouth

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Butter (Use unsalted for better control over salt content)
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar (Provides deep sweetness)
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (Adjust to taste)
  • 2 large Eggs (No substitutes recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Use pure for best taste)
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Can substitute with gluten-free flour)
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch (May be omitted if not available)
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree (Canned works well)
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (Can be replaced with coconut cream)
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice (Can use individual spices)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Essential for flavor enhancement)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9 x 9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine all-purpose flour and remaining dry ingredients in a separate bowl, then add to the wet mixture until just mixed.
  5. Press the dough into the lined baking pan and bake for about 15 minutes until edges are golden brown.
  6. Prepare the filling by whisking together pumpkin puree, heavy cream, eggs, both sugars, cornstarch, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth.
  7. Pour the filling over the baked crust and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool on a wire rack for 45 to 60 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  9. Slice into squares and serve, possibly topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.

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