Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Bars With Graham Cracker Crust
Introduction
Are you a fan of pumpkin pie and cheesecake? Well, why not combine the two into one delicious dessert? These pumpkin pie cheesecake bars with graham cracker crust are the perfect fall treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
To make these pumpkin pie cheesecake bars, you will need the following ingredients:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 eggs
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cloves
Instructions
Here's how to make these delicious pumpkin pie cheesecake bars:
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in 1 cup granulated sugar and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
In another bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until combined. Add the pumpkin mixture to the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined.
Pour the mixture over the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature. Once cooled, chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
Optional: top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
Conclusion
These pumpkin pie cheesecake bars with graham cracker crust are the perfect fall dessert that will impress your guests. With a creamy cheesecake layer on top of a crunchy graham cracker crust and a spiced pumpkin layer, every bite is full of flavor. Plus, they're easy to make and can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days. Whip up a batch today and enjoy the taste of fall!
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