Try this Pumpkin Pie Bars recipe
- Carbohydrate 104.379686166815 g
- Cholesterol 55.2780533608625 mg
- Fat 18.2438745881572 g
- Fiber 0.0173622224311953 g
- Protein 4.3046188002014 g
- Saturated Fat 11.4493310643519 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -20 (206g)
- Sodium 111.529957801375 mg
- Sugar 104.362323944384 g
- Trans Fat 1.17082476516943 g
- Calories 582 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease a half sheet baking pan (13"x18"x1") with non-stick spray and set aside.
- Combine the ingredients for the crust in a food processor and pulse several times until mixture resembles coarse sand. (see notes if you do not have a food processor). Pour into the baking sheet and press into an even layer. Bake for 15 minutes, remove from oven and set aside.
- Combine the ingredients for the filling in a large bowl and whisk together until smooth. Pour over the crust and smooth into an even layer if needed. Bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes or until the center is set and no longer jiggly. Remove from oven and let cool completely. Cut into squares and top with whip cream if desired. Enjoy!
Swapping evaporated milk for the heavy cream alters the custard's final set, yielding a less velvety slice because evaporated milk contains less fat to coat the tongue. Pastry crusts demand precision when cutting fats. Incorporating cold butter into flour requires processing until the mixture resembles coarse sand, ensuring small pockets of steam form during the initial 15 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit to create flaky layers.
Judging Custard Texture
Unlike pastry that browns visibly, pumpkin filling offers subtle visual clues regarding doneness. Monitoring the center is critical during the final 25 to 30 minutes of baking. A properly set custard loses its liquid sheen and remains completely firm when the pan is gently nudged, showing no visible ripples in the middle.
- Ensure the butter is thoroughly chilled before pulsing to prevent premature melting in the processor.
- Allow the baked pan to cool completely on a wire rack before portioning into squares.
