Candy Corn Cheesecake Bars
Festive and colorful Candy Corn Cheesecake Bars with a graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake layers in candy corn colors, and a sweet whipped topping. Perfect for Halloween or fall parties.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- Orange food coloring
- Yellow food coloring
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
- Candy corn, for garnish (optional)
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract and beat until combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Divide the cheesecake batter into three equal portions. Leave one portion white, tint one with orange food coloring, and the third with yellow food coloring.
- Pour the yellow batter over the crust and spread evenly. Carefully layer the orange batter on top, then the white batter.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly puffed. Allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, top with whipped topping and garnish with candy corn if desired. Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant layers.
- Chill overnight for best slicing results.
- Store bars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: candy corn cheesecake bars, halloween dessert, layered cheesecake, fall treats, festive cheesecake