Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert Recipe

Indulge in this dreamy Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert – the ultimate no-roll crust pumpkin pie for your holiday feast! Skip the pie crust hassle and enjoy a decadent, creamy pumpkin filling nestled on a buttery shortbread base. This Taste of Home recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 267.9 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar + 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Cinnamon
  • Ground Ginger
  • Ground Cloves
  • Evaporated Milk
  • Cream

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How to Make Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
  3. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, using a pastry blender or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup milk or cream until well combined.
  7. Pour the pumpkin filling evenly over the prepared shortbread crust.
  8. Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C).
  9. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool completely on a wire rack before covering and refrigerating for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  11. Cut into squares and serve chilled, topped with whipped cream (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

90g

Fat

30g

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert?

Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert takes about 110 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 90 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert?

Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert has approximately 267.9 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert?

The key ingredients for Pumpkin Shortbread Dessert are Sugar, Flour, Butter, Eggs, Pumpkin, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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