Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and spiced pumpkin puree. These bars are perfect for autumn gatherings, from Thanksgiving celebrations to cozy weekend treats. With their rich texture and warm flavors, they are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and versatile in presentation, these pumpkin cheesecake bars can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, making them a go-to dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- For the crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish, bake for 8 minutes, then cool slightly.
- For the cheesecake layer, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract. Pour half of this mixture over the cooled crust.
- For the pumpkin layer, whisk together pumpkin puree, an egg, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour. Fold this mixture into the remaining cheesecake batter until just combined. Pour over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg