Description
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate fall dessert, combining a spiced graham cracker crust with two layers of creamy cheesecakeโone classic vanilla and one pumpkin-infused. With a rich, velvety texture and warm pumpkin spice flavor, theyโre a seasonal treat perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
For the Cheesecake Layers:
- 16 ounces full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 325ยฐF (163ยฐC). Line an 8ร8 or 9ร9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and pumpkin spice until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Make the Cheesecake Layers:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and lump-free.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until combined.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust and spread evenly. Set aside.
- To the remaining batter, add canned pumpkin and pumpkin spice, mixing until just combined.
- Carefully pour the pumpkin cheesecake layer over the plain cheesecake layer.
Bake & Chill:
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but mostly set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
- Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 6 hours (overnight for best results).
- Slice into 12 bars and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor: Add ยฝ teaspoon cinnamon to the crust.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Topping Ideas: Serve with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, or crushed pecans for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg