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Delicious pumpkin cheesecake bars with graham cracker crust served on a platter

Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Graham Cracker Crust

These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars blend the creamy texture of cheesecake with the flavors of pumpkin and warm spices, making them a perfect fall dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs Crushed for the crust
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted to bind the crust
Filling Ingredients
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Room temperature for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree Canned or homemade
  • 3/4 cup Sugar To sweeten the filling
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla To enhance flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin pie spice For that warm autumn flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter until combined.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined baking pan to create an even layer.
Making the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pour the pumpkin filling over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 40-50 minutes.
  2. Allow it to cool in the pan before transferring to the refrigerator to chill.
Serving
  1. After chilling, slice into bars and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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