Description

Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate holiday dessert, blending the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, inviting spices of gingerbread. These delightful bars are not only easy to make but also perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during cozy nights in.

Ingredients

Scale

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

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
For the gingerbread base, cream together softened butter and light brown sugar; mix in molasses, eggs, and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients and fold into wet mixture. Spread in a greased 9×13-inch baking pan.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until set; let cool slightly.
For the cheesecake layer, blend softened cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs one at a time, vanilla, lemon juice, and salt. Mix well.
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled gingerbread base and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes until edges are set.
Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours; slice into bars to serve.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 284
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 225mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 88mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Customize spices according to taste for a more personalized flavor profile. Top with whipped cream or mini gingerbread men for added flair.