Halloween Pumpkin Bars Recipe

Reviewed on Nov. 03, 2012 by Kaytan

The recipe was very good. This was the first time I used pumpkin pie mix. I like it. after reading one comment I added 1/2 tsp. of pumpkin pie spices. I also had to use a 18X11 inch pan.

Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2010 by bikrdog

A great tasty treat.

Reviewed on Nov. 08, 2009 by constans

I've had many requests to make this desert over and over again. First, for my daughter's Halloween party, then again for a Holiday party (without the Jack-o-lantern faces).

Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2009 by ktsosa

Delicious!! These were very moist, I made the cake the day before, wrapped it in cling wrap and left it overnight, then frosted it the day of my party. It was an instant hit! Helpful hints: I added about 1/2 tsp of pumpkin pie spice to the batter, since the pumpkin pie filling is only mildly spiced. Also, after frosting the cake, place it in the refrigerator (or freezer) until the frosting is slightly hardened, this will keep the frosting firm around the edges when cutting the bars.

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2009 by sugarrose100111

This is so good. I made it for harvest, did not make the faces but did frost with cream cheese frosting I already had made in the frig. Everyone loved it.

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2009 by ab94chiefs

I used a tube of black frosting rather than the melted chocolate to save time. The faces were sooo cute.

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2009 by ab94chiefs

I used a tube of black frosting rather that the melted chocolate to save time. The faces were sooo cute.

Reviewed on Oct. 22, 2009 by nancye49

My daughter who rarely cooks has made these several times since we got the recipe. As I work I am luckey there are any left. I did not have the smaller pan so used the larger one I did have and it worked really well. I have baked long enough that when I saw how much the recipe made that my small pan would not work the one we did use was not that much bigger. The second time she made them I made a Philly Cream Cheese Frosting instead of the canned and it was wonderful. This is most defently making it my sister's table for Thanskgiving. Nancy

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2009 by mrsmasterguns

VERY IMPORTANT...USE A LARGER PAN!! I didn't notice the August review in time and this went all over my over. What a mess. I am sure they are delightful and they are fun, but no way does this recipe work in a 15 x 10!!!

Reviewed on Oct. 15, 2009 by murphyr

The recipe I usually make is just like this, only it calls for 2 cups (which is a regular size can) of pumpkin, and in addition, add 2 teaspoons of cinnamon. This makes an excellent bar, that is always gobbled up. I do, indeed use a larger sheet cake pan than this one mentions.

The can of prepared pie filling does not have sugar in it.

Hope this helps.

Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2009 by ambersmom

Elisa,

Thanks for your reply.  I will do as you say. 

Ambersmom

Reviewed on Oct. 14, 2009 by ambersmom

I would like to make these but if I use the Libby Pumpkin Pie filling will the recipe still need 2 cups of sugar?  We are going to Colorado to visit our Grandgirls this weekend and would like to take these along. 

Nancy in Nebraska

Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2009 by julie1425

I would make again in a LARGER PAN!! I followed recipe to a T and it totally overflowed in my oven!! I used my 10x15x1 inch jelly roll pan as per instructions and disaster struck!! I actaully tried it again, to make sure "I" didnt screw up my measurements on ingredients or the pan size..my husband watched and double checked for me even!! It overflowed again ( this time I put foil down in the oven just in case ) I was sooo craving these and they DID smell wonderful :) I am going to use my 11x17x1 inch sheet pan next time!

Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2009 by elisa

CPIZZI & SusanCG -- Pumpkin pie filling is sold in a can just like regular pumpkin but it does have the spices already mixed in it. TOH got it right...

Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2009 by cpizzi

Good question Susan CG as there seems to be no cinnamon, nutmeg, anything that normally is in a pumpkin bar - TOH - YOU DROPPED THE BALL ON THIS ONE!!!!

Reviewed on Sep. 09, 2009 by SusanCG

does this recipe call for solid pack pumpkin or the pumpkin pie mix?

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2009 by g8rlady999

also, they are full of fiber, and kids adore them!

Reviewed on Aug. 22, 2009 by g8rlady999

i make these every year but i do a few things differently: i add the whole can of pumpkin (15 oz, Libby's)and no nuts. plus, i keep them in the refrigerator (the best!)everyone is obsessed with them, they are so moist and delicious!

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2008 by GLOVRO

Pumpkin Pie filling has the spices added. I really am not sure about the sugar, but I believe it is just spices. Any pumpkin pie recipe will give you the spices to use. Libby's is the BEST, I think

Reviewed on Oct. 23, 2008 by cinzbinz

Is the pumpkin pie filling just canned pumpkin (like Libby's) or Pumpkin Pie Mix that is canned pumpkin with some spices and sugar already added?

Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2008 by Mizz_Cheesecake_Delite

its looks very good and hopin 2 mak one day

Reviewed on Oct. 03, 2008 by slimy

Do you have a carb count on these muffins please.

Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2008 by Handicooked

If you use the mini chocolate chips, there's no reason to pipe the nose or mouth. Use one for the nose and a line of 5 or so for the mouth.

Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2008 by sharonfarnsworth

A super, quick dessert to take to school, church, or work. Nothing to take home butv the pan.

Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2008 by berniecemcgonigle