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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars combine creamy cheesecake with spiced pumpkin filling on a buttery graham cracker crust, capturing the warm and comforting flavors of autumn. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these bars offer a delightful balance of rich texture and seasonal spices that will impress family and guests alike.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter

Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased baking pan to create an even crust. Chill briefly to set while preparing the filling.
  2. Make the pumpkin cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree, mixing until fully combined and creamy. Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger to infuse fall flavors into the mixture.
  3. Assemble: Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in an even layer, smoothing the top with a spatula for uniform baking.
  4. Bake to perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 35-40 minutes, or until the edges set but the center still jiggles slightly. This ensures a creamy, not dry, texture.
  5. Cool and chill: Allow the bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Chilling helps the layers firm up and flavors to develop fully.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and a velvety texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to avoid cracks; mix just until combined.
  • Line your pan with parchment paper to make removing the bars easy and keep edges clean.
  • Watch baking time closely; a slight jiggle in the center signals perfect doneness.
  • Chill thoroughly for clean slicing and rich flavor development.

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