Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars: The Best Indulgent Fall Dessert
Delight in the flavors of fall with these creamy and indulgent pumpkin cheesecake bars, perfect for any autumn gathering.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter and press into the bottom of a baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, vanilla, spices, and salt.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of ginger to the pumpkin mixture.
- Top with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, fall dessert, pumpkin recipes