Easy Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars
This fall I plan on making these easy pumpkin cheesecake bars on repeat. No water bath, no elaborate chilling process, just a whisk-together creamy cheesecake filling swirled with pumpkin and baked! The buttery graham cracker crust is even packed with fall flavor! Instead of regular graham crackers, I used cinnamon graham crackers to really amp up the spice level in these pumpkin cheesecake bars. The beautiful marbled filling looks fancy, but really it’s just cheesecake filling swirled with a pumpkin mixture. I used a toothpick to do this, and it couldn’t be simpler! Make this pumpkin cheesecake bar recipe all fall long. The recipe can be prepared in advance and lasts for days in the fridge! It’s perfect for parties, fall entertaining, and would be a unique Thanksgiving dessert!
Ingredients for Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
These pumpkin swirl cheesecake bars have three components: the graham cracker crust, the cheesecake mixture, and the pumpkin swirl mixture. The recipe comes together with minimal ingredients though, which is ideal for holiday baking! Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
This is such an easy pumpkin cheesecake bar recipe! There’s no water bath involved, but you do need to allow time for the bars to cool completely before serving. Here’s an overview of the recipe steps:
Serving Suggestions
These pumpkin swirl cheesecake bars really can’t get any better, but for those of you who like to dress up your desserts I suggest serving the bars with a dollop of whipped cream and / or a drizzle of salted caramel sauce. Neither is necessary, but both are welcome additions!
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