Description
Swirled Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the perfect autumn dessert, combining rich pumpkin flavor with creamy cheesecake swirls. This indulgent treat is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making it a hit at gatherings or for cozy nights in. Each bite brings warmth and nostalgia, reminiscent of family celebrations filled with laughter and love. So grab your ingredients and get ready to impress with these delightful bars that capture the essence of fall!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined; press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar gradually, mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Stir half of the cheesecake mixture with pumpkin puree and additional spices; layer over the crust.
- Drop spoonfuls of plain cheesecake batter on top and swirl gently with a knife for marbling.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set around edges but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg