Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, a perfect dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. These bars are not only easy to make but also impress at any gathering, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a casual picnic. With their rich flavor and vibrant presentation, each bite offers the sweet satisfaction everyone craves. Prepare them ahead of time for a convenient treat that is sure to become a favorite among friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each, room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (diced)
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Spread over the crust.
- Top with diced strawberries evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and salt; stir in melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over strawberries.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until set in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg