The Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and tangy strawberry preserves, layered over a buttery graham cracker crust. This dessert strikes the perfect balance between rich and refreshing, making it an ideal treat for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties.
Each bar offers a burst of berry goodness, with a visually appealing swirl of strawberry preserves that not only adds a pop of color but also a depth of flavor. The recipe is straightforward, yet the result is spectacular – a testament to the magic that happens when simple ingredients are combined with love and care. Whether enjoyed as a mid-afternoon snack or as a grand finale to a meal, these Strawberry Cheesecake Bars promise a moment of pure bliss with every bite.
Ingredients📝:
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup strawberry preserves
– Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Directions👩🍳:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
3. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add flour to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
7. Warm the strawberry preserves slightly and spoon dollops over the cream cheese layer.
8. Use a knife to swirl the strawberry preserves into the cream cheese mixture for a marbled effect.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set.
10. Allow the Strawberry Cheesecake Bars to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
11. Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Baking Time: 25-30 minutes | Chilling Time: 4 hours or overnight | Total Time: 5 hours and 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
- Total Time: 5 hours 50 minutes (includes chilling)
- Yield: 12–16 bars 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Creamy and decadent strawberry cheesecake bars featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a rich cream cheese filling swirled with sweet strawberry preserves. These bars are baked to perfection and chilled for a refreshing, sliceable dessert perfect for gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup strawberry preserves
- Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour to the cream cheese mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
- Warm the strawberry preserves slightly to make them spoonable, then drop dollops over the cream cheese layer.
- Use a knife or skewer to swirl the strawberry preserves into the cream cheese mixture for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature to avoid lumps in the batter.
- Lining the pan with parchment paper allows you to easily lift the entire slab out for cleaner slicing.
- For the best texture, allow the bars to chill overnight.
- Wipe your knife with a warm, damp cloth between cuts for neat squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300-350
- Sugar: 25-30 g
- Sodium: 200-250 mg
- Fat: 18-22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10-12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30-35 g
- Fiber: 0-1 g
- Protein: 4-5 g
- Cholesterol: 60-80 mg
