Chocolate Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars: Easy Indulgence for Fall Desserts
A delightful dessert combining the rich flavors of chocolate and pumpkin, perfect for fall.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Mix in pumpkin pie spice and cocoa powder until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Can be garnished with whipped cream or chocolate drizzle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg