For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the shortbread crust. Simply melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until it turns a nutty brown color. Let it cool slightly before using. To prevent the crust from sticking, you can line the baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Feel free to experiment with different spices in the pumpkin filling, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, or cloves.
Pumpkin Shortbread Bars
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs
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SERVING12 People
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Imagine the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie nestled within a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust. These Pumpkin Shortbread Bars are a delightful twist on a classic, perfect for autumnal gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate50 g
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Cholesterol62 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium169 mg
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Sugar30 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 3 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, 1/3 cup sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until light and fluffy. (3 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Gradually add 1 cup flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. (3 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (1 minute)
06 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup flour, baking powder, and salt. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 3 mins In another bowl, beat together the eggs, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. (3 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined. Stir in the chopped pecans, if using. (2 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly over the par-baked crust. (1 minute)
10 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 cup flour and 1/3 cup sugar for the topping. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (5 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the pumpkin layer. (1 minute)
12 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. (30 minutes)
13 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. (60 minutes)
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Louie Schamberger
Apr 14, 2025These bars were a huge hit at our Thanksgiving gathering! Everyone loved the combination of the shortbread crust and the pumpkin filling.
Jarod Weber
Nov 5, 2024I added a dash of cinnamon to the topping, and it made them even more delicious!
Dejah Schaefer
Jun 14, 2024My family prefers walnuts to pecans, so I substituted them, and they were fantastic!