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Amazing Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars: Your 5-Day Fall Delight

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
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Pumpkin cheesecake bars combine the best of pumpkin pie and creamy cheesecake in an easy-to-serve bar form. This recipe creates layered spiced pumpkin cheesecake over a cookie or graham crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. For the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  4. For the filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and ¾ cup sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Beat until well combined.
  6. Beat in eggs one at a time, just until incorporated. Stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before cutting into bars.

Notes

  • For best results, use full-fat cream cheese.
  • Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
  • Do not overbake the cheesecake, as it will continue to set as it cools.
  • These bars can be made ahead of time, perfect for parties.

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