Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are a creamy, tangy delight with a buttery graham cracker crust and a sweet, fresh strawberry topping. Perfect for beginners, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress with minimal effort!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 6 tbsp melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
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Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add vanilla and eggs, mixing gently.
- Stir in sour cream and mix until combined.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Pour filling over the cooled crust, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set but center has a slight jiggle.
- Let cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
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Chill and Add Topping:
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Toss strawberries with sugar (optional) and layer on top before serving.
Notes
- Crust Substitute: Use digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers.
- Fruit Variation: Swap strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or mango.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg