Caramelized Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Caramelized Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate autumn treat, combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of pumpkin. Nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with a hint of caramelization, these bars are perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed, then press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth out with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center; cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg