Best 4 The Best Pumpkin Squares Recipes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our collection of delectable pumpkin square recipes. These sweet and indulgent treats are perfect for cozy gatherings, festive potlucks, and satisfying your pumpkin craving. From classic pumpkin squares with a rich, creamy filling and a golden brown crust to unique variations like chocolate chip pumpkin squares, cream cheese swirl pumpkin squares, and even gluten-free pumpkin squares, there's a recipe for every taste and dietary preference. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and baking tips to ensure perfect results. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious journey into the world of pumpkin squares!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST PUMPKIN BARS I'VE EVER HAD
These are the best pumpkin bars I've ever had. They have incredible spiced pumpkin flavor and aren't quite as light and cakey as most other recipes I've tried. Instead, they're soft and sturdy which pairs perfectly with the spiced cream cheese frosting on top!
Provided by Sally
Categories Bars
Time 3h
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 10×15 inch baking pan. Or line the pan with parchment paper with enough overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars (as a whole) out.
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice together in a large bowl. Set aside. Whisk the oil, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, maple syrup, pumpkin, and vanilla extract together until combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and use a mixer or whisk until completely combined. Batter will be thick.
- Spread batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 28-35 minutes. Baking times vary, so keep an eye on yours. The bars are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If you find the top or edges of the bars browning too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
- Remove the bars from the oven and set the pan on a wire rack. Cool bars completely. (After about 45 minutes of cooling, you can place the bars in the refrigerator to speed things up!)
- In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter together on high speed until smooth and creamy. Add confectioners' sugar, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds, then switch to high speed and beat for 2 minutes. If you want the frosting a little thicker, add an extra 1/4 cup of confectioners sugar. Spread the frosting on the cooled bars. To help "set" the frosting, refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing and serving. This makes cutting easier and less messy.
- Enjoy with or without a fork, but definitely grab a napkin!
- Cover leftover bars tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you skipped the frosting, cover and store plain pumpkin bars at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350° F.
- Beat flour, oats, 1/2 cup brown sugar and butter in a small mixer until crumbly. Press onto bottom of an ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Beat pumpkin, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, salt, ginger and cloves in a large mixer bowl until smooth. Pour over crust. Bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Combine remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar and nuts in small bowl; sprinkle over filling. Bake for an additional 15 to 25 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with whipped cream, if desired.
PUMPKIN BARS
Pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are the ultimate fall treat. But my family likes them so much, they ask me to make them all year long! -Brenda Keller, Andalusia, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil and pumpkin until well blended. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to pumpkin mixture and mix well. Pour into an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until set. Cool completely. , For icing, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar, butter and vanilla in a small bowl. Add enough milk to achieve spreading consistency. Spread icing over bars. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
THE BEST PUMPKIN SQUARES
Make and share this The Best Pumpkin Squares recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ManCanCook
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 1 tray pumpkin squares, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Mix all of the Pumpkin Square ingredients together.
- Place in a (greased) jelly roll pan and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
- For the frosting, mix all the ingredients together, adding the powdered sugar one cup at a time.
- Wait for the pumpkin squares to cool before topping with the frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.5, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 47, Sodium 296, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 28.9, Protein 3.2
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh pumpkin puree. You can make your own puree by roasting a pumpkin and then pureeing it in a food processor or blender.
- If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, you can make your own by combining 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
- Be sure to grease and flour your baking pan before adding the batter. This will help the squares to come out of the pan easily.
- Bake the squares until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will usually take about 30-35 minutes.
- Let the squares cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin squares are a delicious and easy-to-make fall dessert. They're perfect for potlucks, parties, or just enjoying at home. With their moist texture, pumpkin flavor, and creamy frosting, these squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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