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Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie Bars

Irresistible Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie Bars for Cozy Gatherings

These Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie Bars are a delightful blend of ginger and pumpkin, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gingersnap Crust
  • 24 cookies Gingersnap Cookies Use high-quality brands like Mi-Del or Trader Joe's.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Melted, for binding and richness.
For the Pumpkin Filling
  • 1 can Pumpkin Puree Canned for convenience.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Ginger Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Can be substituted with evaporated milk.
  • 1 large Egg Whole egg for richness.
  • 1 yolk Egg Yolk Additional yolk helps set the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fall Spices Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves can be adjusted.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream For topping.
  • 1/4 cup Caramel Sauce To drizzle on top.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush gingersnap cookies into fine crumbs and mix with brown sugar and melted butter. Press into a greased 9x9-inch baking pan.
  2. In a saucepan, blend pumpkin puree, brown sugar, minced ginger, and fall spices. Cook for 5-7 minutes until bubbly and aromatic. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, mix warm pumpkin mixture with sweetened condensed milk, the whole egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the pumpkin filling over the crust and bake for 40-45 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
  5. Allow cooling in the pan for several hours, preferably refrigerate overnight before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the bars for a few hours or overnight for best flavor. Serve topped with whipped cream or caramel sauce for extra delight.

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