Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars

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Today, I’m really excited to share a recipe that’s perfect for fall: Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars. These bars are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients thanks to the pumpkin.  You can enjoy these as a lunch dessert, a healthy snack or as a complete meal if you decide to enjoy the meal size portion for less than 330 calories.  

Why Pumpkin?

Pumpkin is more than just a Halloween staple, yet perfect for the season. It’s a nutritional powerhouse that offers a variety of health benefits:

• Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: Pumpkin is loaded with vitamins A, C, and E, which are essential for healthy skin, immune function, and vision. It’s also a good source of potassium, iron, and magnesium.
• High in Fiber: Pumpkin is a great source of fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes gut health, and can help you feel full and satisfied.
• Low in Calories: Pumpkin is a low-calorie food, making it a great addition to a healthy diet.

Get Ready to Bake!

Ingredients:

• Cake Base:
  • 8 ounces unsweetened pumpkin puree
  • 40 grams Pumpkin Spice or Amaretto spread
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 120 grams all-purpose flour (or oat flour)
  • 92 grams egg whites
  • 40 grams coconut sugar (feel free to sub with sugar-free alternative)
  • 4 grams stevia
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp pumpkin spice
  • 4 grams sea salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 baking soda
• Cheesecake Layer:
  • 400 grams non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 38 grams egg whites
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 3 grams powdered stevia
  • 22 grams sugar-free vanilla pudding
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pumpkin Swirl:
  • 4 ounces of pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Dash of stevia

Instructions:

1. Combine all cake base ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Pour and spread evenly in an 8×8” lined or greased baking dish.
3. Add cheesecake layer ingredients to the same bowl and mix until smooth. Pour and spread evenly over the cake base.
4. Combine pumpkin swirl ingredients and dollop your pumpkin mixture evenly over the top of the cheesecake layer (about 9 dollops) and then with a knife or the back of a fork, swirl through your pumpkin layer up and down, back and forth, across, and again, up and down and back and forth, across, until you have a nice swirl throughout. 
5. Bake at 350°F for 38-40 minutes.
6. Let cool completely before cutting and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Snack Size 12 pieces: 82 calories, 12.8g carbs, 1g fat,4.2 g protein
• Meal Size 4 pieces: 328 calories, 50.1g carbs, 4.1g fat, 16.8g protein

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Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars that are a delicious and a healthy treat that couldn’t be more perfect for fall. Enjoy!

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