Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate fall dessert, combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and spice. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a smooth pumpkin filling and a luscious cream cheese layer. In just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious treat that captures the essence of autumn in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a bowl. Mix in melted butter until well combined, then press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar while mixing, then incorporate pumpkin puree, eggs (one at a time), cinnamon, and any additional spices until well blended.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours. Cut into bars and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (67g)
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 31mg