pumpkin pecan cheesecake squares

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52 Pinches
Louisville, KY
Updated on Nov 5, 2011

Easy to make cheesecake consistency with creamy pumpkin flavor!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method ---
yield

Ingredients

  • CRUST:
  • 1 cup flour, all purpose unbleached
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 5 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
  • FILLING:
  • 8 ounces package cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar, granulated
  • 1/2 cup canned pumpkin (not pie mix)
  • 2 - eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How To Make pumpkin pecan cheesecake squares

  • Step 1
    Combine flour and brown sugar in a medium bowl. Cut in the butter with a fork to make a crumb mixture. Stir in the nuts. Set aside 3/4 cup of this mixture for the topping.
  • Step 2
    Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of a 9x9 baking pan.
  • Step 3
    Bake in a a preheated 350 F oven for 13-15 minutes until light golden brown. Cool for about 15 minutes.
  • Step 4
    While cooling the crust, combine the cream cheese, granulated sugar, pumpkin, eggs, cinnamon, allspice & vanilla in a large mixing bowl. Blend with a mixer on medium until smooth. Pour over the cooled crust. Sprinkle with the reserved topping, and bake an additional 30-35 minutes at 350 F.
  • Step 5
    Cool before cutting into squares. Store in the refrigerator, but serve at room temperature. You could add a dollop of whipped cream also!

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