Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars are creamy with a crisp gingersnap cookie crust, real pumpkin, and fall spices. Extra delicious flavor comes from Irish cream in the cheesecake bars and whipped cream on top!
Step 1: Make the Crust. Combine the gingersnap cookie crumbs, melted butter, and salt. Press into a 9x9 pan and bake for 10 minutes at 350° F. Set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Batter. Cream the cream cheese and blend in sugar, eggs, vanilla, pumpkin, spices, and Irish cream. You'll have a smooth, slightly runny batter.
Step 3: Bake the Cheesecake Bars. Pour the batter over the par baked crust and bake for 38-42 minutes at 350° F. The edges will appear to be set, and the center will have a slight jiggle.
Step 4: Make the Irish Whipped Cream. Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and Irish cream together in a bowl, just until stiff peaks form. Do not over mix!