Perfect pumpkin cheesecake bars –Get ready to bring a little magic into your kitchen with these scrumptious Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars! They’re the kind of treat that makes you want to do a happy dance. Seriously, if you don’t find yourself shimmying around the kitchen while these bars are baking, are you even living? Let’s dive in and whip up some deliciousness!
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Feast your eyes on the heavenly creation we’re about to make!
Ingredients for Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Before we can get to the fun part—eating—let’s gather our ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup of sugar
- ½ cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup of sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon of nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon of cloves
- Pinch of salt
Instructions for Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Time to roll up our sleeves and make some magic happen:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). We want it nice and toasty so our bars come out perfectly baked.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until it resembles wet sand. Spread this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, and press it down evenly. This will be our lovely crust!
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it’s smooth and creamy. Add the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and all the spices. Blend until everything is well combined. Trust us, this will smell incredible!
- Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the crust and spread it evenly. Gently tap the dish on the counter to remove any air bubbles—because nobody wants a bubbly cheesecake!
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set with a slight jiggle. Give it a shake and see if it dances back—it’ll be ready when it does!
- Let it cool in the baking dish before cutting it into bars. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy the show as your friends and family devour these delightful bites!
And there you have it! Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars that not only taste fantastic but also look like they belong in a bakery window. Get ready for compliments, because these beauties are sure to impress even the pickiest eaters!