{"id":54210,"date":"2025-12-04T07:32:36","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T07:32:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=54210"},"modified":"2025-12-04T07:36:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T07:36:37","slug":"pumpkin-pie-crumble-bars-ultimate-fall-treat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/pumpkin-pie-crumble-bars-ultimate-fall-treat\/","title":{"rendered":"Irresistible Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars \u2014 Ultimate Fall Treat"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars<\/strong> sneak into your life like a cozy sweater \u2014 comforting, wildly addictive, and somehow always the right call. Imagine a buttery oat-pecan crust, a silky pumpkin-cheesecake middle, and a crunchy brown-sugar streusel on top. Yeah, that\u2019s exactly what you\u2019re getting here: pumpkin pie in handy, irresistible bar form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief introduction to the recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars take everything you love about pumpkin pie and make it portable. Think of them as <strong>Pumpkin Crumb Bars<\/strong> that travel well to potlucks and holiday parties, and they\u2019re perfect for last-minute dessert emergencies. You press the crumble into a 9\u00d713 pan, pour a dreamy <strong>Pumpkin Cheesecake Bar Filling<\/strong> over it, sprinkle more crumble, bake, chill, and slice. Done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll love this recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Why reach for a slice when you can have a bar? These are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Easy to portion<\/strong> \u2014 perfect for feeding a crowd.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Texturally brilliant<\/strong> \u2014 crisp crumble meets creamy filling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make-ahead friendly<\/strong> \u2014 bake now, serve later.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Genuinely addictive<\/strong> \u2014 they hit that sweet spot between dessert and <strong>soul food<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/ultimate-gingerbread-cake-with-molasses-frosting\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"981\">holiday baking<\/a>, these <strong>Pumpkin Streusel Bars<\/strong> deserve a top spot on your list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the bars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I tested this recipe because I wanted something that felt like fall in your mouth but didn\u2019t require a fork, a plate, and ceremony. Bars are low-drama. They\u2019re also portable, which matters when you\u2019re juggling Thanksgiving sides, casseroles, and one cousin who \u201cmay or may not be vegan.\u201d These <strong>Pumpkin Pie Streusel Bars<\/strong> became an instant favorite because they\u2019re familiar (hello, pumpkin pie) and exciting (hello, crunchy oat top).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown \u2014 what each part brings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour<\/strong>: Builds structure for the crumble so bars hold their shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Light brown &amp; granulated sugar<\/strong>: Brown sugar gives that caramel-y depth while granulated sugar adds clean sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cold butter<\/strong>: Cubed and cut in for flaky, tender crumble. <strong>Cold butter equals better texture.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick oats<\/strong>: Add chew and rustic crunch; use quick oats for a finer crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chopped pecans<\/strong>: Toasty, nutty contrast \u2014 you could swap walnuts if you prefer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cream cheese<\/strong>: The base of the cheesecake filling; it makes the center lusciously smooth. <strong>Be sure it\u2019s softened.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pure pumpkin<\/strong>: Not pumpkin pie filling \u2014 pure pumpkin puree is what you want here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggs<\/strong>: Bind the filling and help it set.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar &amp; pumpkin pie spice<\/strong>: The classic flavor partners. If you\u2019re missing pumpkin pie spice, combine cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cloves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This split of crunchy\/creamy is the reason these are much more than a simple bar <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/classic-pumpkin-pie-crumble-the-easiest-easy-pumpkin-pie-for-holiday-baking\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"979\">\u2014 they\u2019re Pumpkin Cheesecake Crumble<\/a><strong> Bars<\/strong> at heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-2.webp\" alt=\"Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars sliced on parchment, revealing a creamy pumpkin cheesecake center beneath a golden oat-and-pecan streusel topping.\" class=\"wp-image-54213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to make it \u2014 Step-by-step \u201cHow to Make It\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready? Here\u2019s the plan, broken into approachable steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep &amp; pan<\/strong><br>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F. Line a 13\u00d79 pan with foil or parchment, then spray lightly. <strong>Lining the pan makes lifting and slicing a breeze.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the crumble<\/strong><br>Combine flour, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Cut in cold, cubed butter with a pastry cutter or your clean hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in quick oats and pecans. <strong>Reserve one heaping cup of this mixture for the topping.<\/strong> Press the remaining crumble firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Par-bake the crust<\/strong><br>Bake the pressed crust for about 15 minutes. This gives it structure so the filling won\u2019t seep down into the crumbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare the cheesecake filling<\/strong><br>In a mixer or using a hand blender, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Blend until well combined and silky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Assemble<\/strong><br>Pour the filling over the warm crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumble evenly on top and press lightly \u2014 not so hard that it sinks into the filling, just enough to stick.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake<\/strong><br>Bake for 23\u201325 minutes. The edges will look set while the center remains slightly <strong>\u201cjiggly.\u201d<\/strong> That\u2019s exactly what you want \u2014 it sets as it cools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool &amp; chill<\/strong><br>Let the pan cool for 1 hour at room temp, then cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. <strong>Do not skip the chill \u2014 the filling needs time to fully set.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve<\/strong><br>Lift the bars out using the foil or parchment and slice into squares. Store leftovers in the fridge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect results<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Softened cream cheese is non-negotiable.<\/strong> If it\u2019s cold, you\u2019ll end up with lumps in your filling. Microwave for 15\u201320 seconds if needed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reserve that one cup of crumble.<\/strong> It\u2019s the signature streusel on top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overbake.<\/strong> The center should jiggle slightly; it firms up while cooling. <strong>Overbaking dries them out.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.<\/strong> Pure pumpkin keeps flavors balanced.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quick oats vs. rolled oats:<\/strong> Quick oats yield a finer crumb; rolled oats give more chew. Both work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plan ahead.<\/strong> These require a chill time, so bake them the day before if you can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm knife for clean slices.<\/strong> Dip your knife in hot water and wipe between cuts for tidy bars.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to switch things up? Here are some tasty directions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maple Pecan Crumble:<\/strong> Swap half the brown sugar for maple syrup and add extra pecans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ginger Snap Crust:<\/strong> Replace \u00bc cup of the flour with crushed ginger snap cookies for a spicy base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate Drizzle:<\/strong> Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over cooled bars for a festive finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vegan option:<\/strong> Use vegan butter and a dairy-free cream cheese. Use a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water per egg). Texture will be slightly different but still delightful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spiked version:<\/strong> Add a tablespoon of bourbon to the filling for grown-up warmth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>At a potluck:<\/strong> Bring them chilled and slice at home for neat squares. They travel well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For Thanksgiving dessert:<\/strong> Put them on a dessert board with whipped cream and spiced nuts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>With coffee:<\/strong> These are sublime slightly warmed with a cup of coffee or tea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>As a hostess gift:<\/strong> Wrap a small stack in parchment and tie with twine \u2014 adorable and appreciated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-3.webp\" alt=\"Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars sliced on parchment, revealing a creamy pumpkin cheesecake center beneath a golden oat-and-pecan streusel topping.\" class=\"wp-image-54214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick tips for storage and leftovers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Keep in an airtight container up to 4\u20135 days. They actually taste better after a day as the flavors meld.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezing:<\/strong> You can freeze before topping with crumble for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and add crumble after if you want maximum crunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reheating:<\/strong> Warm gently in a low oven or microwave (short bursts) \u2014 add a minute or two if you like them slightly gooey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764831519742\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make these nut-free?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Omit the pecans and increase oats to compensate \u2014 or use sunflower seeds for crunch if allergies aren\u2019t a concern.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764831525426\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What\u2019s the difference between these and a pumpkin pie?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Texture and portability. These are layered bars with a crunchy streusel top and a creamy cheesecake filling. It\u2019s essentially a <strong>Pumpkin Cheesecake Crumble<\/strong> in bar form.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764831532607\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I halve the recipe?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Sure. Use an 8\u00d78 pan and reduce baking time slightly \u2014 start checking at 18 minutes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764831539817\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do I have to use quick oats?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No. Quick oats give a finer crumb; rolled oats give more texture. Choose based on what you like.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764831547054\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Will these hold up at room temperature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Because of the cream cheese, it\u2019s safer to keep them refrigerated and bring them to room temp for 15\u201320 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why these are a fall staple (aka final pitch)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars combine everything we crave in autumn baking: buttery crumble, cinnamon-spiced pumpkin, and a slightly tangy cream cheese layer that keeps things from being cloying. They\u2019re the best of <strong>Pumpkin Crumble Bars<\/strong>, <strong>Pumpkin Streusel Bars<\/strong>, and <strong>Streusel Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars<\/strong> rolled into one handy pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you planning your holiday menu yet? If you haven\u2019t, start here. These bars are showy enough for guests and casual enough for solo snacking. They make excellent leftovers and travel like a dream. IMO, any dessert that can be refrigerated, sliced, and handed out by the dozen is a winner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 go bake them already<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you stash one go-to fall dessert in your recipe box, let it be these <strong>Pumpkin Crumb Bars<\/strong>. They\u2019re forgiving, crowd-pleasing, and supremely satisfying. The next time someone asks for \u201cpumpkin dessert,\u201d you can hand over a square and watch their eyes light up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold takeaway:<\/strong> these <strong>Pumpkin Cheesecake Crumble Bars<\/strong> are simple to make, spectacular to serve, and reliably delicious. FYI <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/herbed-baked-eggs-delicious-healthy-baked-egg-dish\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"980\">\u2014 they also make the best breakfast<\/a> when paired with coffee. Don\u2019t judge. Go on, press that crumble into the pan, pour that silky filling, and let the oven do the rest. 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width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Irresistible-Pumpkin-Pie-Crumble-Bars-\u2014-Ultimate-Fall-Treat-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars sliced on parchment, revealing a creamy pumpkin cheesecake center beneath a golden oat-and-pecan streusel topping.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Irresistible Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars \u2014 Ultimate Fall Treat<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-outer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-stars\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position: absolute;width: 0;height: 0;overflow: hidden\" 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data-tr-clip=\"0\">\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"tasty-recipes-svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"17\"><use href=\"#wpt-star-full\" \/><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/span>\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-screen-reader\">\t\t\t\t1 Star\t\t\t<\/span>\t\t<\/i>\t<\/span><\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-label\"><span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"rating-label\">No reviews<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-details\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"author\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAuthor:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">10 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">25 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">35 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"24\">24<\/span> bars <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/pumpkin-pie-crumble-bars-ultimate-fall-treat\/print\/54211\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>If you love fall desserts, <strong data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"84\">Pumpkin Pie Crumble Bars<\/strong> give you pumpkin pie vibes in a hand-held square \u2014 crunchy oat-pecan topping, buttery base, and a silky pumpkin-cheesecake center.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Crumble &amp; crust<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb2d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb2d\" aria-label=\"1 1\/3 cups all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb2d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.3333333333333\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 1\/3 cups<\/span> all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb3f\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb3f\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup light brown sugar, packed\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb3f\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> light brown sugar, packed<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb4a\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb4a\" aria-label=\"1\/4 cup granulated sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb4a\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/4 cup<\/span> granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb58\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb58\" aria-label=\"12 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small cubes (cold butter makes flakier crumbs)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb58\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"12\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">12 tablespoons<\/span> cold butter, cut into small cubes (cold butter makes flakier crumbs)<\/li>\n<li 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name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb78\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb78\" aria-label=\"8 oz cream cheese, softened (soft cream cheese blends smooth \u2014 see tip)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb78\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"8\" data-unit=\"oz\">8 oz<\/span> cream cheese, softened (soft cream cheese blends smooth \u2014 see tip)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb81\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb81\" aria-label=\"1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree (not pie filling)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb81\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span> (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree (not pie filling)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb89\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb89\" aria-label=\"3 large eggs\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb89\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\">3<\/span> large eggs<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb92\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb92\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup granulated sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb92\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> granulated sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb9b\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb9b\" aria-label=\"1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (or see swap below)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f31be82bb9b\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> pumpkin pie spice (or see swap below)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. Line a 13\u00d79 pan with foil or parchment and spray lightly. Lining the pan makes lifting and slicing the bars easier.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">In a mixing bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Cut the cold butter into the dry mix with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until you get coarse crumbs.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Stir in the oats and chopped pecans. Scoop out a heaping 1 cup of this mixture and set it aside for the streusel topping.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Press the remaining crumble evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake this crust for about 15 minutes so it firms up.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Meanwhile, make the pumpkin-cheesecake layer. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix on medium speed until fully combined and silky.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Pour the filling over the hot crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumble evenly across the top and press lightly so it adheres.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Bake the assembled bars for 23\u201325 minutes. The edges will look set while the center stays slightly jiggly \u2014 that\u2019s the sweet spot. Do not overbake; the filling firms as it cools.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Cool the pan on the counter for 1 hour, then cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 3 hours before slicing. Lift the bars from the pan using the parchment or foil and cut into squares.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Quick conversions &amp; swaps<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>12 tablespoons butter = 1 stick + 1\/2 stick.<\/li>\n<li>Use rolled oats if you prefer more texture; quick oats give a finer crumb.<\/li>\n<li>For a vegetarian version, everything here already qualifies (just check your butter).<\/li>\n<li>Pumpkin pie spice substitute: 1 1\/2 tsp cinnamon + 1\/2 tsp nutmeg + 1\/2 tsp ginger + 1\/4 tsp allspice + 1\/4 tsp cloves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pro tips (bold because they matter)<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Soften cream cheese before mixing \u2014 microwave unwrapped on a plate for ~20 seconds if needed.<\/li>\n<li>Reserve that 1 cup of crumble for the topping; it makes these bars iconic.<\/li>\n<li>Chill time is crucial. The bars need the fridge to set properly \u2014 plan ahead.<\/li>\n<li>Warm your knife between cuts for clean slices: dip in hot water, dry, slice, repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4\u20135 days.<\/li>\n<li>You can freeze uncut bars (without baking the topping) for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Final notes<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Want them slightly softer? Let them come to room temperature for 15\u201320 minutes before serving. Craving a crunchy upgrade? Toast extra pecans and sprinkle on top just before serving. 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