Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the perfect autumn dessert, harmoniously blending creamy cheesecake with the warm spices of pumpkin pie. Each bar features a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious filling that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Easy to make and visually stunning, these bars are ideal for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home. Savor every bite as you celebrate the flavors of the season!
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
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, and pumpkin pie spice; mix until combined.
- Spread the filling over the crust evenly and bake for 35-40 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Let cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours. Slice into bars and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg