High Protein Pumpkin Spice Skyr Cheesecake Bars

Looking for a fun, feel-good dessert to share this Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving? These creamy Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars made with Painterland Sisters skyr are just the thing!

With a buttery graham cracker crust, cozy pumpkin spice flavor, and a dollop of whipped cream on top, these bars bring all the festive fall vibes without any fuss. Simple to make and even easier to love, they’re a sweet way to share a little Painterland goodness around your holiday table!

High Protein Pumpkin Spice Skyr Cheesecake Bars

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Whatcha Need

For the Crust:

9 Graham Crackers Sheet (whole, about one pack)
6 tbsp melted butter

For Everything Else

1 1/2 cups Painterland Sisters Vanilla skyr yogurt
2 cups cottage cheese
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup sugar (or substitute with coconut sugar)
2 tsp pumpkin pie spices
1/4 tsp salt

Servings: 9-16 bars

Whatcha Do

Make the crust: In a food processor, crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Combine the crumbs with the melted butter, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch pan using the back of a measuring cup. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, add all remaining ingredients. Use an immersion blender to blend until creamy and smooth — there should be no visible chunks of cottage cheese. (Tip: A regular blender works too, but an immersion blender makes cleanup easier.)
Bake and chill: Pour the batter over the prepared crust and bake at 350°F for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
Serve: Slice and serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

High Protein Pumpkin Spice Skyr Cheesecake Bars

Servings

9-16 bars

Looking for a fun, feel-good dessert to share this Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving? These creamy Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars made with Painterland Sisters skyr are just the thing! Our skyr, blended with pureed cottage cheese, creates a silky-smooth texture and a perfectly tangy flavor—plus a natural boost of protein that makes every bite both wholesome and satisfying.

With a buttery graham cracker crust, cozy pumpkin spice flavor, and a dollop of whipped cream on top, these bars bring all the festive fall vibes without any fuss. Simple to make and even easier to love, they’re a sweet way to share a little Painterland goodness around your holiday table!

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Ingredients

For the Crust:

9 Graham Crackers Sheet (whole, about one pack)
6 tbsp melted butter

For Everything Else

1 1/2 cups Painterland Sisters Vanilla skyr yogurt
2 cups cottage cheese
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup flour
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 cup sugar (or substitute with coconut sugar)
2 tsp pumpkin pie spices
1/4 tsp salt

Directions

Make the crust: In a food processor, crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Combine the crumbs with the melted butter, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch pan using the back of a measuring cup. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the filling: In a large mixing bowl, add all remaining ingredients. Use an immersion blender to blend until creamy and smooth — there should be no visible chunks of cottage cheese. (Tip: A regular blender works too, but an immersion blender makes cleanup easier.)
Bake and chill: Pour the batter over the prepared crust and bake at 350°F for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight to set.
Serve: Slice and serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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