Description
These decadent Pumpkin Caramel Cheesecake Bars offer the rich, velvety texture of a New York-style cheesecake infused with the cozy, earthy spices of autumn. Featuring a spiced graham cracker crust, dual layers of creamy filling, and a crunchy oatmeal streusel, these bars are a perfect show-stopping dessert. Finished with a sweet caramel drizzle, they are approachable for home bakers and elegant enough for any holiday celebration or seasonal gathering.
Ingredients
12 sheets cinnamon graham crackers, crushed
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs
1 (15-ounce) can pure pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup salted caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Combine crushed graham crackers, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and melted butter; press firmly into the pan and bake for 8 minutes.
Beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla until smooth.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
Remove 1/3 of the cheesecake batter and spread over the crust.
Mix pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice into the remaining cheesecake batter; spread over the plain layer.
Combine flour, 1 cup brown sugar, oats, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; sprinkle over the top.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until edges are set but center has a slight jiggle.
Cool completely in the pan, then chill for at least 4 hours.
Drizzle with salted caramel sauce before slicing.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients, especially cream cheese and eggs, are at room temperature to avoid lumps in your cheesecake filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For the best caramel drizzle, warm the sauce slightly before applying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg