There’s something about pumpkin season that makes everything feel a little cozier, and these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are the perfect treat to celebrate it. Imagine the creamy richness of classic cheesecake swirled together with warm pumpkin spice—it’s like two favorite desserts wrapped into one irresistible bite. A pumpkin filled base, silky cheesecake topping, and a hint of spice in every forkful, these bars strike the perfect balance between comforting and indulgent. They’re just the thing to bring to fall gatherings, serve at Thanksgiving, or enjoy with a cozy mug of coffee on a crisp afternoon.
What I love most about this recipe is how approachable it is. Cheesecake can sometimes feel intimidating, but turning it into bars makes the process so much easier without sacrificing flavor. These bake up beautifully, cut cleanly, and look stunning with their marbled swirl of pumpkin and cheesecake. Plus, they’re easy to transport and share, which makes them an absolute crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re already a pumpkin dessert fan or looking to try something new this season, these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are a recipe worth keeping on repeat all autumn long.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make: Cheesecake can feel a little fussy, but these bars come together with simple steps and no complicated techniques. You’ll get all the flavor of classic cheesecake without the stress.
- Perfectly Spiced: The pumpkin filling is infused with cozy fall spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of cloves—that make every bite taste like autumn.
- Creamy & Dreamy Texture: The smooth pumpkin cheesecake filling paired with the tangy cream cheese swirl creates the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth dessert.
- Portable & Shareable: Because these are bars, they’re easy to cut, serve, and bring along to holiday gatherings, potlucks, or even as a sweet lunchbox surprise.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese (Room Temperature)— 8oz
- Sugar— 1/4 cup
- 1 Egg
- Vanilla Extract— 1 teaspoon
- Flour— 1-3/4 cups
- 1 Egg
- Pumpkin Puree— 1 cup
- Milk— 1/4 cup
- Vegetable Oil— 1/4 cup
- White Sugar— 1/2 cup
- Brown Sugar— 1/4 cup
- Salt— 1 teaspoon
- Baking Powder— 3/4 tablespoon
- Baking Soda— 1/4 tablespoon
- Vanilla Extract— 2 teaspoons
- Pumpkin Spice Blend— 1 tablespoon
What You’ll Need
- 2 Mixing Bowls
- 8×8 Baking Pan
- Electric Mixer
How to Make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
- Preheat oven to 350F then grease an 8×8 baking pan and set aside.
- Now prepare the cream cheese layer, use the electric mixer to whip cream cheese until it’s light and fluffy (this should take about 2-3 minutes).
- Add in an egg, sugar, and vanilla extract, continue to mix until fully combined then set aside in refrigerator.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, an egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract by hand.
- Now stir in the flour, baking soda, white sugar, brown sugar, salt, and spices.
- Evenly pour the batter into the baking pan and spread the cream cheese over the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes (the center should have a slight jiggle). Once the bars are fully cooled transfer them to a refrigerator to set for an hour then slice and enjoy.
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