Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Dessert Squares

Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of autumn with Williams Sonoma Pumpkin Dessert Squares, a delightful twist on classic pumpkin pie. This irresistible recipe features a buttery crumb crust paired with a velvety pumpkin filling, infused with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg for a perfectly balanced spice profile. A crisp topping of the reserved crumb mixture and chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch to every bite. Easy to prepare and bake in just over an hour, these dessert squares are perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or as a comforting treat any time of year. Serve them chilled or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent finish. Perfect for pumpkin lovers, this recipe is the ultimate way to savor the season!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 0.75 cup evaporated milk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
• 0 whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, and 3/4 cup melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Set the remaining third of the mixture aside for the topping.

Step 4

In another large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Pour the pumpkin filling mixture evenly over the crust in the pan.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the pumpkin filling, followed by the chopped pecans.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the filling comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the dessert squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour.

Step 9

Once cooled, cut into squares and serve. For added indulgence, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1170.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3581.1

Total Fat 208.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 787.0mg	0%
Sodium 1029.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 392.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 230.2g
Protein 55.7g	0%

Vitamin D 231.2IU	0%
Calcium 905.7mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1888.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 42.8%