Autumn Pumpkin Pecan Delight Bars
Embrace the flavors of fall with these delectable Autumn Pumpkin Pecan Delight Bars. Inspired by the scrumptious samples from Williams-Sonoma, these bars feature a rich, spiced pumpkin pecan filling that perfectly complements a golden, buttery yellow cake base. The topping adds a delightful crunch, making these bars an exquisite treat for gatherings or a cozy night in. Perfect for enjoying with a warm cup of coffee or tea, these dessert squares are sure to become a seasonal favorite in your home.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
yellow cake mix
1 box (18 ounces) (none)
butter, melted
1/2 cup (melted)
pumpkin butter
13 ounces (1 jar of pumpkin pecan butter)
eggs
3 (beaten)
flour
1 tablespoon (none)
sugar
1/4 cup (none)
butter, softened
1/4 cup (softened)
milk
3 tablespoons (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13" x 9" baking dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and 1 egg. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
3
Gently press the cake mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.
4
In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin pecan butter, the remaining 2 eggs, and milk until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cake base, spreading it evenly.
5
In a separate bowl, combine the reserved 1 cup of cake mix with the flour, sugar, softened butter, and cinnamon. Use a fork or your hands to crumble the mixture together until it resembles coarse crumbs.
6
Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the pumpkin layer, ensuring good coverage.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the bars to cool to room temperature in the baking dish before cutting into squares and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Autumn Pumpkin Pecan Delight Bars?
These are seasonal dessert squares featuring a spiced pumpkin pecan filling on a buttery yellow cake base with a crunchy crumble topping.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
What size baking dish is recommended?
A 13 by 9 inch baking dish is required for these bars.
Do I need to prepare the baking dish before adding ingredients?
Yes, you should grease the 13 by 9 inch baking dish to prevent the bars from sticking.
What ingredients are used to make the base layer?
The base is made by combining yellow cake mix (minus one reserved cup), melted butter, and one egg.
How do I form the base layer?
Gently press the cake mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
What is in the pumpkin filling layer?
The filling consists of a 13-ounce jar of pumpkin pecan butter whisked with two eggs and milk.
How many eggs are used in the entire recipe?
A total of three eggs are used in this recipe.
How are the eggs divided between the layers?
One egg is used for the cake base layer and the remaining two eggs are whisked into the pumpkin filling.
How much milk is needed for the pumpkin filling?
The recipe calls for three tablespoons of milk.
How do I make the crumbly topping?
Combine one reserved cup of cake mix with flour, sugar, softened butter, and cinnamon using a fork or your hands.
How much cake mix should I reserve for the topping?
You should reserve exactly one cup of the yellow cake mix for the topping layer.
What type of butter is used in the topping?
The topping requires 1/4 cup of softened butter to create the crumble texture.
How much cinnamon is added to the bars?
One teaspoon of cinnamon is added to the crumb mixture for a warm spice flavor.
How long do these bars need to bake?
The bars should bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I know when the Autumn Pumpkin Pecan Delight Bars are done?
They are done when the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Should the bars be cooled before serving?
Yes, allow the bars to cool to room temperature in the baking dish before cutting them into squares.
What was the inspiration for this dessert?
These bars were inspired by the seasonal samples found at Williams-Sonoma.
What beverages pair well with these pumpkin bars?
They are perfect for enjoying with a warm cup of coffee or tea.
How much flour is included in the crumb topping?
The topping mixture includes one tablespoon of flour.
How much sugar is used in the recipe?
The crumbly topping requires 1/4 cup of sugar.
What kind of cake mix is required?
You will need one 18-ounce box of yellow cake mix.
How much pumpkin butter is used?
The recipe uses one 13-ounce jar of pumpkin pecan butter.
How much melted butter is used in the base?
The base layer requires 1/2 cup of melted butter.
What is the total number of ingredients needed?
There are nine ingredients in total: cake mix, melted butter, eggs, pumpkin pecan butter, milk, flour, sugar, softened butter, and cinnamon.
Can I substitute the yellow cake mix?
While yellow cake mix is standard, spice cake mix or white cake mix could also be used as alternatives.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is a rich, smooth, and spiced pumpkin pecan layer.
How should the crumb mixture be applied?
Sprinkle it evenly over the pumpkin layer to ensure full coverage before baking.
Is this recipe suitable for beginners?
Yes, it is described as an easy recipe that is perfect for seasonal baking.
What makes these bars a seasonal favorite?
The combination of pumpkin, pecan, and warm spices like cinnamon makes them ideal for autumn.