Description

Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars are a delightful treat that perfectly blend the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, inviting flavors of gingerbread. These bars feature a spiced gingerbread crust topped with a smooth and luscious cheesecake filling, making them an ideal dessert for holiday gatherings or cozy family celebrations. Easy to make and beautifully presented, they will surely impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth this festive season.

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks; 220g) unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
1 cup (200g) light brown sugar (packed)
1/2 cup (170g) unsulphured molasses
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups (281g) all-purpose flour (gluten-free if needed)
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 (8-ounce) packages full-fat block cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1 cup (200g) light brown sugar (packed)
1/2 cup (114g) sour cream (room temperature)
6 large eggs (room temperature)
1 Tablespoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the gingerbread crust by beating together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in molasses, eggs, and vanilla.
Combine flour, salt, and spices in another bowl; then gradually add to the wet mixture.
Spread the crust mixture into a lined 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 15 minutes.
For the cheesecake filling, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugars and sour cream. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and salt.
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes.
Allow to cool completely before chilling in the fridge for several hours or overnight. Cut into squares to serve.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 60g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg