Pumpkin Magic Bars
These Pumpkin Magic Bars feature a creamy pumpkin pie filling topped with butterscotch chips, toffee bits, and crunchy pecans, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter adds richness
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed for sweetness and moisture
- 1 cup all-purpose flour provides structure
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice adds warmth and depth
- Pinch fine sea salt balances sweetness
Filling and Toppings
- 1 cup pumpkin pie filling contributes creaminess and flavor
- 11 ounces butterscotch chips offers sweetness and texture
- 1 cup toffee bits adds crunch and a caramel flavor
- 2 cups chopped pecans provide nuttiness and crunch
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk adds moisture and sweetness
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon enhances warmth and flavor
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg adds a warm, slightly sweet flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger provides a bit of spice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves adds warmth and depth
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice offers a complex flavor profile
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare an 11×7 baking dish by lining it with foil and spraying the foil with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and light brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the all-purpose flour, pumpkin pie spice, and pinch of salt into the bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined, ensuring there are no dry patches.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for about 15 minutes until the edges are lightly browned.
- Spread the pumpkin pie filling evenly over the warm crust.
- Layer the butterscotch chips, toffee bits, and chopped pecans on top of the pumpkin filling in that order.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the toppings, covering them evenly.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove the dish from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for easier cutting.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness. These bars can be enjoyed up to a week in the fridge or frozen for a couple of months.