Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars, the perfect holiday dessert that harmonizes the warm spices of gingerbread with a rich, creamy cheesecake layer. These bars are not only visually appealing but also incredibly flavorful, making them a standout treat for any occasion—be it holiday parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. With a buttery gingerbread crust and a luscious cheesecake filling, they are sure to impress your guests and become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups gingerbread cookie crumbs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix gingerbread cookie crumbs, melted butter, and optional brown sugar in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and spices.
- Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for about 40 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least three hours or overnight.
- Cut into bars and serve with whipped cream, caramel drizzle, or crushed cookies on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg