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Irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars: Your New Favorite Fall Treat

Irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

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  • Author: PENELOPE
  • Prep Time: 25
  • Cook Time: 45
  • Total Time: 190
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Category: desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Capture the cozy, spiced feeling of autumn with these irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars. Featuring a crisp graham cracker crust, a rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling infused with warm spices, and a delightful streusel topping, these bars offer a perfect blend of comforting flavors and textures. They are an effortlessly shareable and delicious treat, ideal for holidays or any special occasion.


Ingredients

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For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling:
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup pumpkin puree (not sweetened pie filling)

For the Streusel Topping:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.

Prepare the Crust:
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
Pour in the melted butter and mix until well combined.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.

Prepare the Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling:
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add the pumpkin puree and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the filling evenly over the baked crust.

Prepare the Streusel Topping:
In a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar.
Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the pumpkin cheesecake filling.

Bake:
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is almost set (it should still have a slight jiggle).

Cool and Chill:
Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or until firm.

Serve:
Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into bars and serve chilled.


Notes

For a more intense pumpkin flavor, you can add an extra pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg to the filling. Ensure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest filling. These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg