Description
Pumpkin cheesecake bars are the ultimate fall dessert, blending the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm spices of pumpkin pie. Nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust, these bars evoke cozy autumn vibes and are perfect for any occasion, from festive gatherings to a simple afternoon treat. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar until creamy.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Pour filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg