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Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars

Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars, a perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and spiced gingerbread cookie base. These bars capture the essence of the holiday season, making them an ideal dessert for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. With their rich taste and charming presentation, they’re sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and even easier to share, these bars are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their holiday dessert game.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsulphured molasses
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 packages cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup 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). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Make the gingerbread base by creaming butter and brown sugar, then mixing in molasses, eggs, and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients and blend until just mixed. Spread into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the base for about 15 minutes until slightly firm. Allow it to cool.
  4. For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugars, sour cream, eggs one at a time, vanilla, lemon juice, and salt.
  5. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled gingerbread base.
  6. Bake again for 25-30 minutes or until set around edges with a slight jiggle in the center.
  7. Cool completely before slicing into squares.

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