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Creamy Salted Caramel Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

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A rich and creamy dessert featuring a shortbread crust, spiced pumpkin cheesecake filling, and a drizzle of salted caramel. Perfect for Halloween and fall celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 16 oz cream cheese, full-fat, room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ginger
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • Flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix flour, ¼ cup sugar, and salt. Add softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and ¾ cup sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add the egg and mix on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Stir in pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until uniform.
  8. Pour the batter over the warm crust and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes. The edges should be set, but the center should have a slight jiggle.
  10. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. Drizzle caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to firm up.
  13. Lift bars out using parchment overhang and slice into squares.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and egg are at room temperature to prevent lumps. Do not overmix the batter to avoid cracking. For clean slices, dip the knife in hot water and wipe dry between cuts. Bars taste best after chilling overnight.

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Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake, salted caramel, Halloween dessert, fall baking, pumpkin bars, cream cheese dessert

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