Pumpkin Magic Bars
Pumpkin Magic Bars are the perfect fall treat, blending the rich flavors of pumpkin pie with the sweetness of butterscotch chips, toffee bits, and crunchy pecans. These bars are easy to make, delicious, and a perfect addition to your holiday or seasonal baking repertoire. Whether you’re hosting a Thanksgiving dinner or craving a comforting dessert, these bars will surely impress your family and friends. Here’s how you can create this mouthwatering dessert in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Pinch of fine sea salt
- 1 cup pumpkin pie filling
- 11 ounces butterscotch chips
- 1 cup toffee bits
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 9 x 9-inch baking dish with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt, mixing until combined. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Spread the pumpkin pie filling evenly over the baked crust.
- Sprinkle the butterscotch chips, toffee bits, and chopped pecans on top of the pumpkin layer.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the entire dish, covering all areas.
- Bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into bars. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- If you prefer a stronger spice flavor, feel free to add extra cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the filling.
- For a gluten-free version, swap the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Ensure the bars cool completely before refrigerating to maintain the right texture.
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