Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars with Nutty Topping

Experience the rich, creamy goodness of Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars with Nutty Topping, a vegetarian treat that combines the warmth of pumpkin and spices with a crunchy streusel finish. This American classic is perfect for fall gatherings or as a sweet snack. With potential allergens including dairy, nuts, and gluten, these bars are a flavorful option for those who enjoy a twist on traditional desserts.

These bars are versatile enough to serve as a dessert or a festive addition to any meal. Packed with nutrients from pumpkin and nuts, they offer a satisfying taste while being easy to prepare.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 48

Cooking Time: 55 minutes

Overview

These Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Streusel are a delightful twist on traditional pumpkin cheesecake, offering the convenience of a bar with the rich flavors of a classic dessert. Perfect for gatherings or as a special treat, these bars combine a crumbly crust, creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling, and a nutty streusel topping.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• Crust:
• 2 Cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 Cup butter, softened
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling:
• 2 8 Ounces (oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 Cup pumpkin puree
• 0.67 Cup white sugar
• 2 Whole eggs
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) vanilla extract
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) pumpkin pie spice
• Streusel:
• 1 Cup walnuts, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line an 11x15-inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
2. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and brown sugar. Cut in the softened butter using a pastry blender or two forks until the mixture becomes crumbly. Press two-thirds of this mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, reserving the rest for the streusel topping.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven until it is lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Allow it to cool for approximately 10 minutes.
4. In another bowl, combine the cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and white sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice. Pour this filling over the cooled crust.
5. Mix the reserved crust mixture with the chopped walnuts to create the streusel topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the filling.
6. Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is set, about 40 to 45 minutes. Refrigerate until firm, for at least 2 hours. Once set, cut into bars and serve.

Cook's Note: You can substitute pecans for walnuts if preferred.