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Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars

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Indulge in the festive spirit with our Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars, a delightful dessert that perfectly combines the warm flavors of gingerbread and creamy cheesecake. These bars feature a buttery crust made from crushed gingerbread cookies, topped with a luscious spiced cheesecake filling infused with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Ideal for holiday gatherings, they can be prepared in advance to ease your entertaining stress. Enjoy them chilled with optional toppings like whipped cream or caramel drizzle for an extra touch of sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, these bars are a must-try seasonal treat!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups gingerbread cookie crumbs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 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

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the gingerbread cookie crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined and press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch baking pan to form an even crust.
  3. In another mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth using an electric mixer. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Allow your Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars to cool at room temperature before refrigerating them for at least three hours to set completely.
  7. Cut into squares and serve chilled with optional toppings like whipped cream or caramel drizzle as desired.

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