Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, a refreshing and creamy dessert perfect for any occasion. These bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a rich cheesecake filling and fresh strawberries, creating a harmonious balance of sweetness and tartness. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or looking for a sweet treat to enjoy at home, these easy-to-make bars will impress family and friends alike. With no special equipment required, you’ll find that whipping up this delicious dessert is hassle-free and enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix in eggs one at a time until combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Top with sliced strawberries and drizzle with strawberry jam if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg