Anne BralyPumpkin pie has never been high on my list of Thanksgiving desserts. I can certainly understand why it may have been such a popular dessert for the Pilgrims. There weren’t a lot of ingredients from which to choose in 1621 when the first Thanksgiving was held.
While no Turkey Day feast is complete without the presence of at least one pumpkin pie, most tables are filled with a host of other choices.
This year, my Thanksgiving will be different from any others I’ve had. My first grandchild is due right around then – what an occasion to be thankful – so there’s a very good chance the day will be spent at the hospital. I still want Thanksgiving, though, so my plan is to plan ahead – the key to any successful meal – and make as much in advance as possible. I found a recipe for pumpkin bars that fits the bill.
Since these bars require advance preparation – they’re best made at least one day ahead – they will be perfect. And it will also give a taste of pumpkin for those who think no Thanksgiving is complete without some version of pumpkin pie. But these bars have a rich and creamy difference; they’re a lot like cheesecake, but a lot easier. And a little like pumpkin pie, but oh so much better. See if you don’t agree.
Maple-Caramel Pumpkin Bars