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No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

A slice of no bake pumpkin cheesecake bars with a creamy pumpkin filling, white whipped topping, and a crumb topping.
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Easy no-bake pumpkin cheesecake bars with a gingersnap crust. These make-ahead bars are perfect for fall gatherings and holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups gingersnap cookie crumbs (about 30 cookies)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks (or 1 cup Cool Whip, thawed)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin, bloomed in 2 tablespoons cold water and gently heated until dissolved

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the gingersnap cookie crumbs, melted butter, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Chill the crust for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the filling.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and ½ cup sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Beat in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. If using gelatin, stir the dissolved gelatin into the pumpkin mixture until fully incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in the whipped cream until no streaks remain.
  6. Pour the pumpkin cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and spread evenly.
  7. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, or preferably overnight, until firm.
  8. Once firm, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into desired bar sizes. For clean slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry between cuts.

Notes

  • For a graham cracker crust, use 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 6 tablespoons melted butter, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
  • If you prefer not to use gelatin, the bars will be softer but still delicious. Ensure adequate chilling time.
  • You can substitute gingersnap cookies with graham crackers or shortbread cookies for a different flavor profile.
  • Chill time is crucial for the bars to set properly for clean slicing.
  • Calories per bar will vary based on the size of your cut. Approximately 250-300 calories per bar.

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