Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate fall dessert, combining creamy cheesecake and spiced pumpkin on a buttery graham cracker crust. These bars are not only delicious but also easy to make, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their rich flavors and inviting aroma, they will quickly become a seasonal favorite you can enjoy year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 35-40 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Consider adding chocolate chips for an extra treat or swap cream cheese with ricotta for a lighter version.