Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are a delightful autumn treat that harmoniously blends creamy cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavor of pumpkin. Set on a buttery graham cracker crust, these bars are easy to prepare and visually stunning, making them the perfect dessert for gatherings or holiday celebrations. With every bite, enjoy rich flavors and comforting aromas that capture the essence of fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar while mixing well.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Add cinnamon and nutmeg; mix until creamy.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours. Slice into bars and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg