Description
Indulge in these sophisticated layered bars that combine a buttery graham cracker crust, a velvety cream cheese center, and a cloud-like pumpkin spiced topping. These bars capture the essence of autumn with every bite, offering a perfect balance of tangy cheesecake and warm seasonal spices. Ideal as a make-ahead dessert for gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a refined experience that brings warmth and comfort to your table.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons white granulated sugar
5 tablespoons butter, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 egg yolks
15 ounces canned pumpkin puree
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter; press firmly into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Beat cream cheese, sour cream, 1/3 cup sugar, and vanilla until smooth; add 2 eggs and mix until combined.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the partially baked crust and bake for another 15 minutes.
Whisk egg yolks, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, milk, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
Pour the pumpkin layer on top of the cheesecake layer and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
Allow to cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve the smoothest texture for the cheesecake layer. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg