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Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Ultimate Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

Soft, creamy cheesecake bars topped with a luscious strawberry layer that’s perfectly sweet and tangy. A visually stunning and indulgent dessert idea that’s surprisingly simple to make.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (200g) graham crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 24 ounces (680g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (300g) fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
  2. Crush 2 cups (200g) of graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with 1/2 cup (115g) melted butter and 1/4 cup (50g) sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
  3. Beat 24 ounces (680g) of softened cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup (200g) sugar and mix until combined. Beat in 3 eggs, one at a time, followed by 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
  4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Let it cool completely.
  5. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups (300g) of chopped fresh strawberries, 1/4 cup (50g) sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thickened. Let it cool.
  6. Spread the cooled strawberry mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer. Chill the bars in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
  7. Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

For clean slices, wipe your knife with a damp cloth between cuts. Let cream cheese and eggs come to room temperature for a smooth filling. Chill thoroughly for the best results.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 180
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 11
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 5

Keywords: strawberry cheesecake bars, easy dessert, cheesecake recipe, summer dessert, handheld cheesecake

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