Low-Carb Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pumpkin Puree: 300g
2. Cream Cheese: 250g
3. Granulated Sugar: 50g (or use a sugar substitute for a lower-carb option)
4. Eggs: 2 large
5. Cinnamon: 1 tsp
6. Nutmeg: 1/2 tsp
7. Ginger: 1/2 tsp
8. All-Purpose Flour: 75g (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
9. Butter: 50g (for baking the dish)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one by one and mix well after each addition.
4. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger and mix until combined.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the flour.
6. Pour the wet mixture into the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
7. Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with butter and pour the mixture into the dish.
8. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Nutritional Information: (per bar)

• Calories: Approx. 200-250 (depending on sugar substitute used)
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 20-25g (depending on sugar substitute)
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Low-carb option using sugar substitute.
• Creamy and rich in flavor due to the combination of pumpkin and cream cheese.
• Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger give it a festive autumn taste.

User Comments:

1. "The flavors were spot on! The pumpkin and cream cheese combination was delicious." - John Doe
2. "I used a sugar substitute and it still tasted great. Perfect for a low-carb diet." - Jane Smith
3. "The bars were easy to make and my family loved them!" - Emily Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh pumpkin puree for best results. If using canned pumpkin, ensure it is not sweetened.
• For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour.
• When baking, always check the cheesecake bars with a toothpick to ensure they are cooked through before removing from the oven.