Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the quintessential fall dessert, combining a rich, creamy pumpkin filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. Each bite is infused with warm spices that evoke the cozy atmosphere of autumn gatherings. Easy to make and visually stunning, these bars are perfect for family celebrations or any sweet craving throughout the year. Delight in their comforting flavors and impress your guests with this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined, then press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar while mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least two hours. Slice into squares and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg