Frosty Ginger Pumpkin Squares Recipe
🕓 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 4 hours
🕓 Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
🥄 Yield: 1 pan
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these delightful Frosty Ginger Pumpkin Squares! Perfect for a seasonal treat or a Thanksgiving dessert, this recipe combines the warmth of pumpkin with the spiciness of ginger and cinnamon, all layered atop a delicious graham cracker crust. The best part? It’s frozen to perfection, making it an ideal make-ahead dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving something sweet, these squares are sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup gingersnap crumbs
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned pumpkin
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 – 1 teaspoon ground ginger (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened
Instructions:
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Prepare Crumb Mixture: In a bowl, combine the melted butter, crushed graham crackers, and gingersnap crumbs until well mixed.
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Layer Crumb Mixture: Press half of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9×13-inch baking dish or pan, forming a firm crust.
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Prepare Pumpkin Filling: In another bowl, mix together the canned pumpkin, sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and chopped walnuts until thoroughly combined.
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Combine with Ice Cream: Gently fold the pumpkin mixture into the softened vanilla ice cream until evenly incorporated, creating a creamy pumpkin ice cream filling.
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Layer and Freeze: Spread the pumpkin ice cream mixture evenly over the prepared crust in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining half of the crumb mixture evenly over the top, creating a satisfying crunch.
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Freeze: Place the assembled Frosty Ginger Pumpkin Squares in the freezer for several hours, or until completely frozen and set.
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Serve: Before slicing and serving, let the squares sit out at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften slightly for easier slicing. Then, cut into squares and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 5736
- Total Fat: 281.4g
- Saturated Fat: 122.3g
- Cholesterol: 628.9mg
- Sodium: 5586.6mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 768.3g
- Dietary Fiber: 38.3g
- Sugar: 535g
- Protein: 82.7g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the amount of ground ginger according to your preference for spiciness.
- For added convenience, these squares can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer until ready to serve.
- Customize your Frosty Ginger Pumpkin Squares by adding a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving for an extra special touch!
Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in these Frosty Ginger Pumpkin Squares – a perfect frozen treat for any occasion! 🎃❄️
