Introduction:
Indulge in the flavors of fall with these delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars. Creamy cheesecake filling swirled with pumpkin pie spice on a graham cracker crust, these bars are the perfect treat for any autumn gathering.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Serves: 12
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Spoon over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with remaining cream cheese mixture and swirl with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until the center is set. Let cool before slicing into bars.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 320 || Fat: 22g || Carbohydrates: 27g || Protein: 5g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The combination of creamy cheesecake and pumpkin flavors is irresistible.
- The marbled swirls make these bars visually appealing for any occasion.
- They are easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
- The graham cracker crust adds a nice crunch to complement the creamy filling.
- This recipe captures the essence of fall in every bite.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the cream cheese batter to prevent a dense texture.
- Make sure to use room temperature cream cheese for a smooth and creamy filling.
- Avoid overbaking the bars, as they can become dry. Check for doneness around the 40-minute mark.
- Don’t skip the marbling step, as it adds a beautiful design and ensures even distribution of flavors.
- Refrigerate the bars before serving to allow them to set and enhance the flavors.