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Irresistible Brown Butter Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

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Rich, creamy, and spiced pumpkin cheesecake bars with a nutty brown butter crust, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, browned
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 large egg
  • Optional: whipped cream
  • Optional: pecans or walnuts, chopped
  • Optional: caramel drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and browned butter in a mixing bowl, stirring until evenly incorporated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of your baking pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, mixing until fully combined. Beat in the egg until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
  6. Bake the bars at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake layer is set and slightly jiggles in the center. Allow them to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours before slicing.
  7. Slice into bars and serve chilled. Optionally, top with whipped cream, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of caramel.

Notes

[‘Use a light-colored pan to monitor the butter’s color as it browns.’, ‘Make sure to use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.’, ‘For the creamiest texture, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.’, ‘Dip your knife in hot water and wipe dry before slicing for clean edges.’, ‘Don’t skip the refrigeration step; it helps the bars set perfectly.’]

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Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake bars, fall dessert, brown butter, pumpkin spice, easy dessert recipe

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