Delicious pumpkin cheesecake bars topped with crushed chocolate cookies!
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As well as a family picture and a case of coffee beans, I'd definitely have some eggs and chocolate. Breakfast and dessert would be covered until I had completed my piece for a new reality show and returned to civilization.
Just for the record, I'm not in any T.V. shows. But, I am trying to make you see that eggs are really important to me. I use them pretty much every day in some kind of recipe, or just on toast for breakfast.
So I always want some good eggs. Eggs like Pete and Gerry's Organic Eggs come from family-owned farms straight to your fridge fresh and with bright yellow yolks...perfect for making pumpkin cheesecake bars!
How to make my pumpkin cheesecake bars!
Using good eggs is important but another favorite tip to share when making cheesecake is to make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature. This allows it to mix well with the sugars and creates volume and a creamy texture.
What did I use for my chocolate base?
Whenever I need a cookie crumb base for a tart or a cheesecake I always go with double chocolate chip cookies. They always hold up really well and don't clump together like other cookies that have a cream center.
For my pumpkin cheesecake bars, I used the double chocolate cookies keeping some aside to sprinkle on top of the cheesecake batter.
Can I freeze my pumpkin cheesecake bars?
They'll freeze easily but make sure to always serve cheesecake at room temperature to get maximum creaminess. That's why all cheese should come to room temperature, you'll enjoy the flavors more.
If there are any leftovers, store them in a sealed container and keep in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Is the pumpkin flavor strong?
No, it's really mild but the spices and vanilla are mostly what you'll taste with this cheesecake. Picture your favorite pumpkin pie but times 10 for creaminess!
Let me know what you think of these pumpkin cheesecake bars if you make them. Tag me, @foodnessgracious and @peteandgerrys on Instagram because we love to see what you bake with your eggs!
