Description
Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars combine the creamy richness of cheesecake with the seasonal spice of pumpkin, creating a comforting and festive dessert perfect for fall.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs: 200 grams (about 2 cups)
- Unsalted butter: 100 grams (1/2 cup), melted
- Salt: A pinch
- Cream cheese: 450 grams (16 oz), softened
- Pumpkin puree: 240 grams (1 cup)
- Granulated sugar: 150 grams (3/4 cup)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pumpkin spice: 2 teaspoons
- Optional toppings: Whipped cream, extra pumpkin spice, chopped nuts
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt until resembling wet sand. Press into the bottom of a lined baking dish.
- Make the cheesecake filling by beating softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar, pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin spice. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the edges are firm and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Avoid overmixing the filling to prevent cracks.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Can be frozen for up to three months; thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pumpkin, Cheesecake, Bars, Fall Dessert, Pumpkin Spice