Description

Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich cheesecake and spiced gingerbread with these Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family evenings, these bars offer a simpler alternative to traditional cheesecakes while making for a festive centerpiece. With their creamy texture and warm spices, they are a treat everyone will love. Easy to prepare and even easier to share, these bars can be customized for any occasion, ensuring they remain a favorite all year round.

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). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and light brown sugar until creamy. Add molasses, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
Combine flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in another bowl. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until smooth.
Pour the gingerbread batter into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
For the cheesecake filling, blend cream cheese, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, sour cream, eggs, vanilla bean paste, lemon juice, and salt until creamy.
Pour cheesecake mixture over the baked gingerbread layer and return to the oven for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours. Cut into squares to serve.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg