How to Make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the arrival of fall that seems to instantly conjure up cravings for all things pumpkin. From lattes to pies, pumpkin seems to find its way into just about everything once the leaves start to turn. So if you're looking for a new way to satisfy your pumpkin craving this season, look no further than these Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars.

Combining the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the warm, aromatic flavors of pumpkin, these bars are the perfect dessert for any fall ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package pound cake mix
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 bars

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees C (175 degrees C). Coat a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan with non-stick spray.
  • In a large mixing bowl, on low speed, combine cake mix, 1 egg, margarine, and 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice until crumbly. Press onto bottom of prepared pan.
  • In another large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk, then remaining two eggs, pumpkin, remaining 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, and salt; mix well. Pour over crust; sprinkle with pecans.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until set.
  • Cool, then chill in refrigerator. Cut into squares. Store covered in refrigerator.
  • Nutrition

    233 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 227mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 153mg