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Pumpkin Dessert Squares With Shortbread Crust

This dessert has extreme pumpkin flavor, with a crust that is so buttery, flakey and light, if you prefer a less sweeter filling just add in 3/4 cup sugar --- the crust must be mixed on the food processor or it will not have the same texture.

Steps

Set oven to 350f.
Set oven to second-lowest position.
Butter an 8 x 8-inch baking pan.
To make the crust: process all crust ingredients on a food processor for about 30 seconds until well blended.
Press the mixture lightly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake crust for 15 minutes , then remove from oven.
Meanwhile prepare the filling.
With an electric mixer , beat the softened cream cheese with 3 / 4 cup plus 2 tbsp sugar for about 2 minutes.
Add in eggs and beat well until combined.
Add in the pumpkin puree , vanilla and melted butter.
Mix until combined.
In a small cup combine flour , cinnamon and allspice , then add to the pumpkin mixture.
Mix about 1-2 minutes.
Pour over the partially baked crust , and return to oven for about 30-35 minutes , or until just set.
Serve at room temperature or chilled , cut into squares with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

Ingredients

flour, sugar, butter, salt, cream cheese, eggs, canned pumpkin puree, cinnamon, allspice, vanilla, whipping cream