Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Bars

Layers of goodness with a graham cracker crust, cheesecake layer and pumpkin layer. This will be perfect for all fall festivities!

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
• 3 TB granulated sugar
• 5 TB melted butter

For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 8 oz cream cheese softened
• 1/4 c sour cream
• 1/3 c granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 eggs

For the Pumpkin Layer:

• 3 egg yolks
• 15 oz can solid-packed pumpkin puree
• 1/2 c packed brown sugar
• 1/2 c milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
• 1/4 c cold water
• 1/4 c granulated sugar
• 3 egg whites
• pinch cream of tartar

For the Garnish:

• whipped cream (or topping)
• pumpkin pie spice

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar and the melted butter. Press into a foil-lined 8x8-inch pan.
2. In a small bowl, using a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs, mix just until combined, then pour over crust. Place in the oven and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until set. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool.
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