Can I make these pumpkin pie bars without the oat base?

Absolutely! For crustless pumpkin bars, simply leave out the oats and reduce the flour to 3/4 cup. The texture will be softer, more like traditional pumpkin pie filling. Just grease your pan really well so they don't stick. Some folks even add an extra egg to help them hold together better.

What's the best way to get that pretty sugar-dust finish?

Oh, that snowy look is my favorite part! Here's my trick: let the bars cool completely, then place powdered sugar in a fine-mesh sieve. Hold it about 6 inches above the bars and gently tap the side - this gives that professional-looking even dusting. Want it extra fancy? Use a stencil to make leaf or pumpkin shapes!

Can I make pumpkin pie bars ahead for holiday bar desserts?

Yes! These actually taste better the next day as the flavors meld. Bake them up to 3 days in advance and store covered at room temp. For longer storage, freeze them (frosting-free) for up to 3 months. They thaw perfectly in about an hour - just dust with sugar before serving.

What if I don't have pumpkin pie spice?

No worries - improvise! My quick substitute is 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ginger, 1/4 tsp nutmeg, and a pinch of cloves. Taste the batter and adjust to your liking. The beauty of these easy pumpkin bars is how forgiving they are - I've even used chai spice mix in a pinch!

Irresistible 5-Ingredient Pumpkin Pie Bars You’ll Cra

Pumpkin Pie Bars

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Easy grab-and-go bars with the taste of pumpkin pie, perfect for fall and holiday desserts.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 25 min
Total Time: 35 min
Yield: 12 bars 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup melted butter

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
Stir in flour and oats until combined.
Pour batter into the pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until set.
Let cool before cutting into bars.

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Try adding chopped nuts for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

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