Autumn Bliss Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Experience the rich, creamy delight of Autumn Bliss Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, a perfect vegetarian treat for the fall season. With a luscious cheesecake layer topped with spiced pumpkin goodness, these bars are a festive addition to any gathering. Suitable for those avoiding gluten, dairy, and eggs, they offer a comforting taste of American cuisine.

These bars boast a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy flavors, making them ideal for dessert tables, potlucks, or cozy family dinners. Packed with nutrients, they provide a satisfying dessert option without compromising on taste.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 24

Cooking Time: 570 minutes

Overview

These pumpkin cheesecake bars are a delightful treat perfect for fall holidays. With a creamy cheesecake layer and a spiced pumpkin topping, they are best enjoyed after being chilled overnight.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• Crust:
• 1.5 Cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 Cups butter, softened
• 0.25 Cups white sugar
• Cheesecake Layer:
• 8 Ounces (oz) cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 Cups white sugar
• 1 Large egg
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) vanilla extract
• Pumpkin Layer:
• 15 Ounces (oz) pumpkin puree
• 12 Ounces (oz) evaporated milk
• 0.75 Cups white sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.75 Teaspoons (tsp) ground cinnamon
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) ground ginger
• 0.25 Teaspoons (tsp) ground cloves

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
2. In a bowl, stir together the flour, butter, and 0.25 cup sugar until well-blended. Pat the dough into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
3. Bake the crust in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 10 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, 0.25 cup sugar, 1 egg, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, 0.75 cup sugar, 2 eggs, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and cloves.
6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the cream cheese layer.
7. Bake in the preheated oven until the bars are set, about 60 minutes. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight before serving.

Enjoy these comforting and festive pumpkin cheesecake bars with your loved ones!