Description
Savor these creamy pumpkin cheesecake bars, a delightful autumn dessert featuring a crunchy crust and rich flavors that will charm any gathering or cozy evening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, followed by pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well blended.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set and slightly puffed.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, use fresh pumpkin puree instead of canned.
- Avoid overmixing the filling to maintain a light texture.
- Chill bars before serving to improve flavor and ease of cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg