These Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars combine the rich flavors of gingerbread with the creamy texture of cheesecake, making them a delightful dessert for the holiday season. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for gatherings and will impress your guests.
With a spiced gingerbread crust and a smooth cheesecake filling, these bars are a delicious twist on traditional desserts. They are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Delicious Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars
This recipe features a spiced gingerbread crust topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, baked to perfection. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, and yields 12 bars, making it ideal for sharing during festive occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups gingerbread cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Whipped cream for serving (optional)
- Crushed gingerbread cookies for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine gingerbread cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even layer.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and sour cream until fully combined.
- Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the bars cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour.
- Chill: Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
- Serve: Cut into squares and serve chilled, topped with whipped cream and crushed gingerbread cookies if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g