Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars Recipe
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are a delicious blend of creamy cheesecake and rich pumpkin flavor, perfect for fall desserts or holiday gatherings. Featuring a spiced pumpkin filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, they are easy to make and sure to impress with their smooth texture and seasonal spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Graham Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Form the crust: Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking pan, creating an even layer. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and vanilla extract. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it out evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly but mostly firm.
- Cool and chill: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cheesecake bars to fully set and develop flavor.
- Slice and serve: Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the foil or cut directly in the pan. Slice into bars and serve chilled. Optionally garnish with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best creamy texture and flavor.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing to prevent lumps.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference for a more or less spiced dessert.
- Store bars covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- These bars can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
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