10/26/2025
Creamy Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Spiced Graham Crust
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups gluten-free graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
For the Topping (Optional):
Whipped cream
A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
Directions:
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, mix gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Remove half of the cheesecake mixture and set aside.
To the remaining batter, add pumpkin purée, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mix until fully combined.
Pour the plain cheesecake layer over the cooled crust, then gently spoon the pumpkin mixture on top. Swirl the two layers with a knife for a marbled effect, or leave layered for a clean look.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before slicing into bars. Top with whipped cream before serving, if desired.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Chill Time: 3 hours
Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 12 bars