Description
Indulge in these autumnal Pumpkin Cheesecake Swirl Bars, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a rich, spiced pumpkin and creamy cheesecake swirl. The acidity of the sour cream balances the density of the cream cheese, while the high-quality spices provide a sophisticated depth. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this dessert is designed to be reliable, easy to assemble, and visually stunning. Whether for a potluck or a weekend treat, these velvety bars bring the warmth of the season to every bite.
Ingredients
15 rectangular graham crackers
2 cups granulated sugar, divided
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1–¼ cups pure pumpkin puree
1–½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1–½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
24 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1–½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream
⅛ teaspoon salt
3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 baking pan with foil.
Process graham crackers into fine crumbs and combine with a portion of sugar and melted butter.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Beat the room temperature cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth.
Add eggs, vanilla, sour cream, and salt to the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined.
Remove one-third of the batter and mix in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and flour.
Pour the plain cheesecake batter over the baked crust, then dollop the pumpkin mixture on top.
Use a knife or skewer to swirl the colors together, creating a marble effect.
Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the center is set.
Cool completely at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
Ensure ingredients like cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to prevent lumps. For the cleanest cuts, refrigerate the bars for at least 6 hours or overnight after they have reached room temperature. Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg