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Irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

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These creamy and spiced pumpkin cheesecake bars are the perfect Thanksgiving dessert. Easy to make and great for sharing, they’re sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  3. Prepare the cheesecake layer: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
  4. Prepare the pumpkin layer: In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and flour until smooth. Gently spread the pumpkin mixture over the cheesecake layer.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
  6. Slice and serve: Once chilled, use a sharp knife to slice into squares. Wipe the knife clean between cuts for neat edges.

Notes

[‘Make sure your cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.’, ‘Don’t overmix the pumpkin layer to prevent a dense texture.’, ‘Chill the bars overnight for the best flavor and texture.’, ‘Use parchment paper for easy removal and slicing.’, ‘The bars should have a slight jiggle in the center when you remove them from the oven to avoid overbaking.’]

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

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