Easy Pumpkin Pie Bars

Name: Easy Pumpkin Pie Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 16
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 16 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup canned pumpkin puree; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

These delicious bars offer all the cozy flavor of a classic pumpkin pie with a crunchy pecan crust that makes serving a breeze.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· September 25, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

50 minutes

Total

1 hour 5 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about the smell of pumpkin spice filling the kitchen during the holidays. These bars have quickly become a favorite in my home because they are much easier to slice and share than a traditional pie. The combination of a buttery graham cracker base and the toasted pecans adds a wonderful crunch that pairs perfectly with the smooth, spiced pumpkin custard.

My biggest tip is to make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you start mixing the filling. This ensures that your batter stays completely smooth and free of any stubborn lumps, which makes for a much prettier bar once you cut into them.

🧺 Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/3 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup canned pumpkin puree
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line an 8 by 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, chopped pecans, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture feels like wet sand.
3
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of your prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes, then set it aside to cool slightly.
4
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
5
Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to the cream cheese mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
6
Pour the pumpkin filling over your prebaked crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
7
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the center is set but still has a slight wobble.
8
Let the bars cool completely at room temperature, then chill them in the refrigerator for at least two hours before slicing into squares.

💡 Tips

These bars store wonderfully in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. If you want to dress them up, serve each square with a generous dollop of homemade whipped cream and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon.

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