Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate fall dessert, combining a creamy pumpkin filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. These bars offer a delightful blend of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to make and visually stunning, they will leave your friends and family craving more. Whether served chilled with whipped cream or enjoyed on their own, these cheesecake bars are a seasonal must-try that will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until well combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes; let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Blend in pumpkin puree, eggs one at a time, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours. Cut into bars and serve chilled with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For an Oreo crust variation, substitute graham cracker crumbs with crushed Oreos. Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for added texture. If using fresh pumpkin, ensure it is drained well to avoid sogginess.