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Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars

Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars
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Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars are an irresistible indulgence that beautifully unites the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the warm, spiced flavors of gingerbread. Perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy winter evenings, these bars are not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare, making them an ideal treat for gatherings or a delightful personal dessert. With a buttery gingerbread crust topped by a smooth cheesecake layer, they can be garnished with whipped cream or decorated with little gingerbread men for a festive touch. This recipe promises to impress family and friends alike!

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugars until creamy. Mix in molasses, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
  4. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until set but not fully cooked.
  5. For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugars, sour cream, eggs one at a time, vanilla bean paste or extract, lemon juice, and salt until well blended.
  6. Pour cheesecake filling over the partially baked gingerbread base and return to the oven for 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  7. Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.

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