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pumpkin chess squares

(3 ratings)
dinee avatar
Recipe by
Diane M.
@dinee
Twin Falls, ID

It doesn't get much simpler than this and the nice thing is these are ingredients that you probably have on hand. If you need a dessert in a hurry or are just craving a rich Fall treat, you've got to try this...

(3 ratings)
yield 12 -16
prep time 10 Min
cook time 40 Min

Ingredients For pumpkin chess squares

  • 1 box
    yellow cake mix
  • 1 lg
    egg
  • 1 stick
    butter, softened
  • 15 oz
    can of pumpkin
  • 3
    eggs
  • 1 pkg
    cream cheese, softened
  • 1 stick
    butter, softened
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla
  • 3 c
    of powdered sugar(reserve 1/2 cup for sprinkling on top)
  • 1 tsp
    cinnamon
  • 1 tsp
    nutmeg

How To Make pumpkin chess squares

  • 1
    Mix first 3 ingredients for crust in a medium bowl. Batter will be thick. Lightly spray 9x13" pan with cooking spray. Press crust into pan until somewhat even.
  • 2
    Mix remaining ingredients for filling in a large bowl and pour over crust.
  • 3
    Bake at 350 degrees for approx. 40-45 mins. Dessert will begin to crack and brown. It still may appear jiggly, but will set more as it cools.
  • 4
    Let cool. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and cut into squares.
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