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Pumpkin Magic Bars

Delightful bars that combine pumpkin, spices, and chocolate, perfect for fall festivities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
  • 1 can pumpkin puree (15 oz) You can use fresh pumpkin if preferred.
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Feel free to experiment with dark or white chocolate.
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Try pecans or walnuts for added crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
  4. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts (if using) on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set.
  2. Allow to cool before cutting into bars. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months. Wrap each bar individually before freezing.