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Pumpkin Pie Bars are a great way to enjoy the delicious flavors of pumpkin pie in a much easier and even tastier way. This Pumpkin Pie Bars Recipe has a delicious, crunchy oatmeal, shortbread crust that has so much more flavor and texture than your average pie crust. Top these easy pumpkin pie bars with sugary, crunchy pecans and you are in pumpkin pie bliss!! 

Looking for other pumpkin recipes? Check out my recipes for Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Bundt Cake or my favorite Coconut Pumpkin Bread

pumpkin pie bars sliced and on a white plate

These pumpkin pie bars are perfect for a simple dessert or even better make them to serve at any of your Holiday dinners. These are perfect for feeding a bunch of people and are so simple to make in advance making them super stress free. Pumpkin pie can be quite the chore to make, but this pumpkin bar recipe is so simple and every bite is so much better than the actual pie, true story!

pumpkin pie slice on a white plate topped with whipped cream

Top this slice of pumpkin pie with a simple homemade whipped cream and a little cinnamon and your mouth will be singing praises! The candied pecans are just delicious and add so much flavor with every bite. However, if you have a nut allergy or just don’t like nuts, you can absolutely just make the recipe without the addition of the pecans. 

oatmeal shortbread crust pressed into bottom of a 9 x 13 inch pan

How to make Pumpkin Pie Bars

To make this easy pumpkin bar recipe start by making the simple crust:

For the crust:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease a 9 x 13 inch pan
  2. In a mixing bowl combine the melted butter, oatmeal, flour and sugar. Use a fork to mix until a crumbly mixture is formed. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan until evenly spread. 
  3. Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown
  4. Remove from the oven

pumpkin pie filling in a mixing bowl

For the Pumpkin Pie Layer:

  1. In a large mixing bowl combine the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, pumpkin pie spice, beaten eggs, sugar and salt
  2. Mix until smooth
  3. Pour over the baked crust and place back in the oven for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove to add pecan topping

sugared pecans topping

For the Sugared Pecans Topping:

  1. Combine the chopped pecans, butter and brown sugar until well combined and all the nuts are coated.
  2. After the pumpkin pie bars have baked for 20 minutes, remove from the oven and top with the pecan mixture. 
  3. Place back in the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  4. Allow the pumpkin pie bars to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving. 

slices of pumpkin pie on white plates

Frequently Asked Questions about Pumpkin Pie Bars

Can I make Pumpkin Bars Ahead?

These pumpkin pie bars can be made at least 2 days ahead. After the bars have cooled, store loosely covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator until ready to serve. You can also freeze these pumpkin pie bars, covered with a layer of plastic wrap and aluminum foil, at least 2 months in advance of when you will be serving them, allow at least 2 days to thaw in the refrigerator before serving. 

Do Pumpkin Pie Bars Need to be Refrigerated?

If you do not plan on serving your pumpkin pie bars within at least two hours of baking, they do need to be kept in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve. Just loosely cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve. 

What kind of Pumpkin should I use in Pumpkin Bars?

You can use a canned pumpkin puree or even a homemade pumpkin puree in this recipe. Do not purchase the can of Pumpkin Pie Mix as that has already been seasoned with spices, you are looking for the can of pumpkin puree. 

pecan topped pumpkin pie

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Pumpkin Pie Bars

Pumpkin Pie Bars are a great way to enjoy the delicious flavors of pumpkin pie in a much easier and even tastier way. This Pumpkin Pie Bars Recipe has a delicious, crunchy oatmeal, shortbread crust that has so much more flavor and texture than your average pie crust.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Cooling Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, Dessert, Holidays
Keyword: Pumpkin Pie Bars
Servings: 15
Calories: 237kcal

Ingredients

Oatmeal Crust

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted

Pumpkin Pie Filling

  • 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 12 oz can evaporated milk
  • 2 beaten eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Pecan Topping

  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan

Crust

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, flour, brown sugar and oats until a sand like mixture is formed.
  • Press the crust evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish
  • Bake the crust for 10 minutes until golden brown

Pumpkin Pie Filling

  • In a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl. Combine the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar and salt until smooth.
  • Pour the filling on top of the baked crust. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove to top with pecans

Pecan Topping

  • In a small bowl combine the softened butter, brown sugar and chopped pecans.
  • Sprinkle on top of the filling layer and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 158mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 278IU | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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Pumpkin Pie Bars are a great way to enjoy the delicious flavors of pumpkin pie in a much easier and even tastier way. This Pumpkin Pie Bars Recipe has a delicious, crunchy oatmeal, shortbread crust that has so much more flavor and texture than your average pie crust.

 

sliced pieces of pumpkin pie

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