Description
If you’re craving an easy fall dessert that impresses without the stress, these No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are for you. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a luscious cream cheese layer, and spiced pumpkin swirls, it’s the ultimate no-bake treat. Whether you’re gathering ideas for a quick breakfast, easy dessert, or festive holiday food ideas, this creamy, dreamy bar dessert is a standout. It’s a perfect blend of comfort and elegance, and fits right in among your best breakfast ideas or dinner party recipes.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons melted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¾ cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into an 8×8-inch pan and chill.
2. Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
3. Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
5. In a small bowl, combine pumpkin puree with pumpkin pie spice and a spoonful of the cheesecake mixture.
6. Spread cheesecake layer evenly over crust. Add spoonfuls of pumpkin mixture on top and swirl with a knife.
7. Cover and chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
8. Slice into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smooth, lump-free filling.
Don’t skip the chill time—overnight is ideal for the bars to fully set.
For more spice, add an extra dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the pumpkin layer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: no bake dessert, pumpkin cheesecake bars, fall dessert, easy dessert recipe, Thanksgiving bars