Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Streusel
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars topped with a crunchy streusel. Creamy pumpkin filling sits on a buttery graham cracker crust, bringing warmth and nostalgia to every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, these bars are not just a treat but also a celebration of the season.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for streusel)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
- ½ cup dark brown sugar (for streusel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, eggs, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- For the streusel topping, mix chopped nuts, flour, brown sugar, and cold butter until crumbly.
- Pour the pumpkin filling over the crust and sprinkle with streusel. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours. Slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Swap pumpkin with sweet potato or butternut squash for a twist. Add chocolate chips or additional spices to enhance flavor. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.