Description
Seasonal pumpkin cheesecake bars blend autumn’s warmth with creamy indulgence, offering a luxurious twist on classic desserts. Spiced graham cracker crust and silky pumpkin filling create an irresistible treat you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
Crust Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Craft the foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and sugar until uniformly mixed. Press the mixture compactly into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, creating an even base layer.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the crust for 10 minutes, allowing it to develop a light golden hue and set structure. Remove and let cool completely.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until silky and smooth, eliminating any potential lumps.
- Incorporate pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and warm autumnal spices into the cream cheese. Blend thoroughly until the mixture achieves a luxurious, creamy consistency.
- Gently cascade the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, ensuring an even distribution across the entire surface.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The filling should appear set around edges with a subtle center jiggle, indicating perfect doneness.
- Extract from oven and allow to rest at room temperature for approximately one hour, permitting natural cooling and slight firming.
- Refrigerate for minimum two hours, enabling the bars to solidify and develop rich, complex flavors. Slice into elegant squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to achieve a smooth, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly.
- Use fresh pumpkin pie spice or create your own mix for a more vibrant, personalized flavor profile.
- Line the baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of the bars.
- Refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor development and firmer texture that slices beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg