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Pumpkin Ginger Squares

This is a delicious alternative to pumpkin pie that I think you will agree is quite delicious.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup sifted flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter (softened)
Filling
  • 2 cups pumpkin (unflavored)
  • 1 can evaporated milk
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ginger
Topping
  • ½ cup chopped nuts (pecans are wonderful)
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp butter

Equipment

  • 2 small bowls
  • 1 Medium Bowl
  • 9 x 13 baking pan
  • measuring cups, spoons
  • electric mixer (or hand mix)

Method
 

Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 350℉
  2. Prepare the crust by combining all ingredients. Mix until crumbly.
  3. Press into 9 x 13 baking pan.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove from oven and set aside.
Filling
  1. Combine all ingredients and beat well.
  2. Pour over baked crust and bake at 350℉ for 20 minutes.
  3. Remove from oven and set aside
Topping
  1. Combine all ingredients into small bowl.
  2. Sprinkle topping over baked pumpkin filling.
  3. Return to oven for 15-20 minutes until it is set like a custard.
  4. Remove from oven and cool in pan.
  5. Cut into squares

Notes

This recipe tastes yummy with fresh whipped cream. Or try some vanilla bean ice cream for a delicious pumpkin ginger squares á la mode!