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Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars

Gingerbread Cheesecake Bars

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A festive gingerbread cheesecake bars recipe for Christmas entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups gingersnap crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves

Instructions

  1. Make crust: Heat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9-inch square pan. Mix crumbs and butter, press firmly, and bake 8 minutes.
  2. Mix filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar on low until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then sour cream, molasses, vanilla, and spices.
  3. Bake: Pour over crust and bake 35 to 40 minutes until edges are set and center gently wobbles.
  4. Cool: Cool 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  5. Slice: Use the parchment to lift out and cut with a warm clean knife.

Notes

This editorial recipe draft should be kitchen-tested before making performance guarantees.