Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars: The Best Indulgent Fall Treat
Delight in the flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and spiced pumpkin.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add in pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, and spices. Mix until well combined.
- Pour pumpkin mixture over the graham cracker crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider topping with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- These bars can be made ahead of time for a convenient dessert option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, Pumpkin Bars, Fall Treats, Desserts