Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake Delight Bars
Embrace the flavors of fall with these Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake Delight Bars. Featuring a buttery, nutty crust topped with a creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling, these bars are perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat at home. The enchanting aroma of cinnamon and allspice wafts through the air as they bake, creating the perfect atmosphere for autumn. Easy to make and ideal for sharing, this recipe can effortlessly be doubled to fill a 9 x 13 pan—making it a dessert staple for any occasion. Once cooled, they are best served chilled and drizzled with a bit of caramel for an extra decadent touch.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1 cup (measured)
light brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
butter
5 tablespoons (softened)
finely chopped pecans or walnuts
1/2 cup (finely chopped)
cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package (softened)
white sugar
3/4 cup (measured)
solid pack pumpkin
1/2 cup (measured)
large eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
ground allspice
1 teaspoon (measured)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8 x 8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and packed light brown sugar. Stir until well mixed.
3
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Stir in the finely chopped pecans or walnuts until evenly distributed.
5
Set aside 3/4 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping and press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of your prepared baking pan to form the crust.
6
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
7
While the crust cools, prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, white sugar, solid-pack pumpkin, lightly beaten eggs, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, and vanilla extract.
8
Blend the filling mixture with an electric mixer until completely smooth and creamy.
9
Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
10
Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the top of the filling.
11
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
12
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before cutting into 32 bars. For the best flavor, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Pumpkin Cheesecake Delight Bars?
These are fall-inspired dessert bars featuring a buttery, nutty crust and a creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling spiced with cinnamon and allspice.
What size pan is required for this recipe?
The recipe is designed for an 8 x 8-inch baking pan.
Can I make a larger batch of these bars?
Yes, you can easily double the recipe to fill a 9 x 13-inch pan.
What oven temperature should I use?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for both the crust and the final bake.
What ingredients are in the crust?
The crust is made from all-purpose flour, packed light brown sugar, softened butter, and finely chopped pecans or walnuts.
How do I prepare the pan?
Grease the baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure the bars can be removed easily.
How do I mix the crust?
Combine flour and brown sugar, then cut in softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs before stirring in the nuts.
What if I don't have a pastry cutter for the crust?
You can use your fingers to cut the butter into the flour and sugar mixture until it reaches a crumbly consistency.
Should I save any of the crust mixture?
Yes, you should set aside 3/4 cup of the crumb mixture to use as a topping later.
How long does the crust bake on its own?
The crust needs to be pre-baked for 15 minutes or until it is lightly golden.
What goes into the cheesecake filling?
The filling includes cream cheese, white sugar, solid-pack pumpkin, lightly beaten eggs, cinnamon, allspice, and vanilla extract.
Does the cream cheese need to be at room temperature?
Yes, the cream cheese should be softened to ensure the filling blends into a completely smooth and creamy texture.
Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of solid-pack pumpkin?
The recipe calls for solid-pack pumpkin. Using pumpkin pie filling may result in a different consistency and flavor since it already contains spices and sugar.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The two large eggs should be lightly beaten before being added to the filling mixture.
What is the best way to mix the filling?
Use an electric mixer to blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth.
What spices give these bars their fall flavor?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of ground allspice.
When do I add the topping?
Sprinkle the reserved 3/4 cup of crumb mixture over the top of the pumpkin filling before putting the pan back in the oven.
How long is the final baking time?
Bake the bars for an additional 30-35 minutes once the filling and topping are added.
How do I know when the bars are done?
The bars are done when the filling is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How many bars does this recipe produce?
The recipe yields approximately 32 bars.
Should the bars be cooled before cutting?
Yes, allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them to ensure they hold their shape.
How long should I refrigerate the bars?
For the best flavor and texture, refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours before serving.
Can I use walnuts instead of pecans?
Yes, the recipe allows for either finely chopped pecans or walnuts in the crust.
Is there a suggested garnish for these bars?
The description suggests drizzling the chilled bars with a bit of caramel for an extra decadent touch.
What is the texture of the filling?
The filling is creamy and smooth, similar to a traditional cheesecake.
How much vanilla is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What kind of sugar is in the filling?
The filling uses 3/4 cup of white sugar.
Is this recipe suitable for Thanksgiving?
Yes, these bars are described as an ideal dessert staple for fall gatherings and Thanksgiving.
How do I store the leftovers?
Leftover bars should be stored in the refrigerator because of the cream cheese filling.
Can I use a pastry blender for the crust?
Yes, a pastry cutter or blender is the recommended tool to cut the butter into the flour and sugar.