Description
Indulgent pumpkin pecan custard pie bars blend seasonal warmth with rich, creamy textures that dance across your palate. Sweet autumn memories emerge in each delectable square, inviting you to savor classic holiday comfort with a sophisticated twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Filling Ingredients:
- 15 ounces (425 grams) pumpkin puree
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
- 1 tablespoon water
Pecan Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Meticulously grease a 9″x9″ baking pan and warm the oven to a precise 350°F (175°C).
- Craft the pie crust by blending flour and salt, then methodically incorporate cold butter until the mixture transforms into delicate, crumbly texture. Introduce water sparingly, gently mixing until the dough coheres, then press uniformly across the pan’s bottom.
- Create a silky custard base by whisking eggs, granulated sugar, heavy whipping cream, flour, salt, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin spice until achieving a velvety, homogeneous consistency. Delicately cascade this luxurious filling over the prepared crust.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, during which prepare the pecan topping by combining melted butter, chopped pecans, and brown sugar, ensuring each pecan is luxuriously coated.
- After the initial baking period, carefully extract the pan and generously distribute the pecan mixture across the partially set custard surface. Return to the oven for an additional 20-30 minutes, monitoring until the filling sets with a subtle center jiggle.
- Permit the bars to cool completely at ambient temperature, allowing the flavors to harmonize and stabilize before slicing into elegant portions. Optional: Embellish with a dollop of whipped cream for enhanced indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure butter is ice-cold for the flakiest, most tender crust that practically melts in your mouth.
- Gently press crust mixture without overworking to maintain a delicate, crumbly texture that won’t become tough.
- Strain pumpkin custard through a fine-mesh sieve for an ultra-smooth, silky filling without any lumps or inconsistencies.
- Swap pecans with other nuts like walnuts or almonds for a personalized twist that keeps the recipe exciting and adaptable.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg