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Creamy Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Bars Recipe Easy Perfect Fall Dessert with Caramel Swirl

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These creamy pumpkin pie cheesecake bars with a caramel swirl offer a smooth, rich texture and a perfect fall dessert twist that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs
  • ⅓ cup (75g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240g) canned pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (120ml) caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until evenly coated and press firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add sugar and beat until combined.
  3. Mix in pumpkin puree, eggs one at a time, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Beat on low speed until smooth and homogenous, avoiding overmixing.
  4. Pour pumpkin cheesecake filling over cooled crust and smooth with a spatula. Warm caramel sauce slightly, drop spoonfuls evenly over batter, and gently swirl with a butter knife or skewer to create a marbled effect.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs.
  6. Cool bars completely on a wire rack for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  7. Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature. Optionally, top with whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for smooth batter. Be gentle when swirling caramel to maintain marbled effect. Bake at 325°F to avoid cracks and dry edges. Chill bars thoroughly before slicing for best texture. For gluten-free, substitute crust ingredients; for dairy-free, use vegan alternatives.

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