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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Squares

Deliciously Creamy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Squares for Fall

These Gluten-Free Pumpkin Squares are a delightful treat perfect for gatherings, offering a buttery crust with a rich pumpkin filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Use a blend that includes xanthan gum.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be substituted with cane sugar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Butter Or real butter, can use coconut oil.
For the Pumpkin Filling
  • 1 can Canned Pumpkin Pure pumpkin puree.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Can swap for pumpkin pie spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Can substitute with ground allspice.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be a vegan substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Or coconut milk.
  • 1/2 cup Evaporated Milk Can use evaporated coconut milk.

Equipment

  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine gluten-free flour, sugar, and salt. Add dairy-free butter and mix until crumbly. Press into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  3. While the base bakes, mix canned pumpkin, sugar, salt, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, eggs, milk, and evaporated milk until smooth.
  4. Pour the pumpkin filling over the warm cookie base, rocking the pan for even distribution.
  5. Increase oven to 450°F (232°C) and bake for 10 minutes, then lower to 350°F (175°C) and cover with foil, baking for 5 more minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, let cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerating enhances flavor and texture. Slice with a sharp knife for clean edges.

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