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Description
Enjoy these simple and delicious pumpkin cheesecake bars, perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave a taste of autumn.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and ¾ cup sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract.
- Add the pumpkin puree and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the prepared crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is almost set.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg to the crust mixture.
- Garnish with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
- Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg