Description

Creamy, spiced pumpkin cheesecake bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
1/4 cup sugar
16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup pumpkin puree
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Combine 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs with 1/2 cup of melted butter and 1/4 cup of sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
In a large bowl, beat 16 ounces (450g) of softened cream cheese with 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of brown sugar until smooth. Add 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 3 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until combined, then stir in 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggles when shaken. Let the bars cool completely before refrigerating for at least 3 hours.
Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper, then slice into squares. Serve chilled.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. Cool gradually before refrigerating. Use parchment paper for easy removal.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 250
Sugar: 18
Sodium: 150
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 9
Carbohydrates: 25
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

Keywords: Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, Fall Dessert, Easy Cheesecake Recipe, Pumpkin Spice Dessert