Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars (Print Version)

Creamy pumpkin spice filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, perfectly portioned for easy serving and seasonal enjoyment.

# Ingredients:

→ Filling

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup pumpkin puree
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 tsp ground ginger

→ Crust

08 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
09 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of the prepared dish. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
03 - Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar, pumpkin puree, and eggs until well combined.
04 - Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until evenly mixed.
05 - Pour filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
06 - Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.