Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Walnut Crust and Streusel Topping
Indulge in the deliciousness of Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars with Walnut Crust and Streusel Topping, a perfect dessert that embodies the warmth and flavors of fall. These bars feature a creamy pumpkin cheesecake layered atop a nutty walnut crust, all crowned with a crunchy streusel topping. With their delightful combination of spices and textures, they are sure to impress at any gathering or cozy night in. Easy to prepare and make ahead, these bars not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also bring joy and comfort to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
- 6 oz pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 (8 oz) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup oats
- 1/2 cup flour
- 6 T salted butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix walnuts, almond flour, sugar, and melted butter for the crust; press into the baking dish.
- Blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time. Pour half over the crust.
- Mix remaining cream cheese mixture with pumpkin puree and spices; spoon over the first layer.
- Prepare streusel topping by mixing sugars, oats, flour, butter, and vanilla; sprinkle on top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Chill completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (65g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg