CHOCOLATE-PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE BARS

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I created this by taking my favorite cheesecake brownie recipe, which is about 40 years old, and kicking it up with pumpkin and spices. These will disappear fast, so consider doubling the recipe. -Judy Castranova, New Bern, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/3 cup butter, cubed
1-1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1/2 cup boiling water
1 cup canned pumpkin
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
CHEESECAKE BATTER:
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt butter and chocolate; stir until smooth. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, dissolve coffee in water. Stir in the pumpkin, eggs and chocolate mixture. Combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray., For cheesecake batter, in a small bowl, beat cream cheese and pumpkin until smooth. Beat in the sugar, vanilla and spices. Add egg; beat on low speed just until combined. Spoon over chocolate batter. Cut through batter with a knife to swirl the cheesecake portion. Sprinkle with chocolate chips., Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Kulabako Swabrah
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These cheesecake bars are so rich and decadent. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Juanita Juarez
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I love the chocolate and pumpkin flavors in these cheesecake bars. They're the perfect fall dessert.


Safder Abbas
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These cheesecake bars were easy to make and very delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


C J LASTBON ISIMMA
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's one of my favorite cheesecake recipes.


Javairia Adnan
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I made these cheesecake bars for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Rh Gaming
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These cheesecake bars were a bit too dense for my taste. I would have preferred a lighter, fluffier texture.


Randy Brink
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I actually really enjoyed these cheesecake bars. The chocolate flavor really balanced out the pumpkin flavor.


alamin ap
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These cheesecake bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just personal preference. Other than that, they were very good.


Arina Tokamarewe
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The bars were delicious, but I found the crust to be a bit too thick. Next time I will try using a thinner crust.


Jose Batista
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These cheesecake bars were easy to make and turned out great! The crust was perfectly crispy and the cheesecake filling was smooth and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Agnes Wangui Ndirangu
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I love the combination of chocolate and pumpkin in these cheesecake bars. They're the perfect fall dessert.


Becky Steveson
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These cheesecake bars were a hit at my party! They were so creamy and delicious, and the chocolate and pumpkin flavors were perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making these again.