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Streusel Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 15 large bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Streusel Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars combine a rich, creamy cheesecake layered with spiced pumpkin and topped with a sweet cinnamon streusel. Perfect for fall gatherings or holiday desserts, these bars feature a graham cracker crust, a classic cheesecake base, a spiced pumpkin cheesecake layer, and a crunchy streusel topping, finished with a smooth icing and caramel drizzle for indulgence.

Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons White Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 5 Tablespoons Butter, melted
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 & 1/2 Cups Cinnamon Graham Crackers, crushed

Filling

  • 4 Packages 8-Ounce Cream Cheese, room temperature
  • 1 & 1/2 Cups White Sugar
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 1/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Cups Pure Pumpkin (not pumpkin filling)
  • 2 & 1/2 Tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
  • 2 Teaspoons Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 Teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 Teaspoon Ground Allspice

Streusel

  • 2/3 Cup Brown Sugar (Packed)
  • 2 Tablespoon White Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon
  • 6 Tablespoons Melted Butter
  • 2 Cup All-Purpose Flour

Toppings

  • 1 & 1/2 Cups Confectioners’ Sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons Whole Milk
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Caramel Sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bars.
  2. Make the Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, mix together 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons white sugar, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 5 tablespoons melted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir in 1 1/2 cups crushed cinnamon graham crackers until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even crust layer.
  3. Prepare the Classic Cheesecake Filling: In a separate large bowl, beat the 4 packages of cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add 1 1/2 cups white sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 4 large eggs, and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Divide and Flavor Fillings: Divide the cheesecake filling evenly into two bowls. Keep one bowl as the plain cheesecake layer. In the second bowl, fold in 2 cups pure pumpkin, 2 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 teaspoon ground allspice to make the spiced pumpkin cheesecake layer.
  5. Layer the Cheesecakes: Pour the plain cheesecake mixture over the graham cracker crust first, spreading it evenly. Carefully pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the plain layer, spreading it gently to maintain distinct layers and avoid mixing.
  6. Bake Initial Cheesecake Layers: Bake the cheesecake layers in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the base layer sets slightly.
  7. Prepare Streusel Topping: While the cheesecake bakes, combine 2/3 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons white sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 6 tablespoons melted butter, and 2 cups all-purpose flour in a bowl. Mix until crumbly and set aside.
  8. Add Streusel and Continue Baking: Remove the cheesecake from the oven after 30 minutes. Quickly sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the cheesecake. Return to the oven and bake for another 30-35 minutes until the cheesecake sets completely and the streusel topping turns golden brown.
  9. Cool and Chill: Remove the baked cheesecake bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for 1-2 hours to firm up before serving.
  10. Prepare Icing: While the bars chill, whisk together 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, 3 tablespoons whole milk, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Set aside.
  11. Serve with Toppings: When ready to serve, cut the chilled bars into squares using a warm, clean knife for clean slices. Drizzle with the prepared icing and caramel sauce for a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • For clean cuts, warm and clean your knife between cuts by running it under warm water, drying it thoroughly before slicing again. This ensures smooth edges and easy cutting.
  • Be careful when layering the two cheesecake mixtures to avoid blending them together for distinct layers.
  • Allow full cooling and chilling time for the best texture before serving.
  • You can substitute cinnamon graham crackers with regular graham crackers plus additional cinnamon if needed.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (1 of 15)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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