Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, a perfect dessert that effortlessly combines a creamy cheesecake filling with fresh strawberries atop a crunchy graham cracker crust. These bars are not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal treat for gatherings, picnics, or a cozy night in. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy both cheesecake aficionados and strawberry lovers alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you can whip up these delicious bars in no time. So gather your friends and family and get ready to enjoy a slice of bliss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 packages cream cheese (16 ounces total)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (diced)
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the lined baking dish.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Spread over the crust.
- Top with diced strawberries evenly across the surface.
- In another bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter to form a crumble topping. Sprinkle evenly over the strawberries.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until set and golden around the edges.
- Allow to cool for an hour before chilling in the refrigerator for at least one hour before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 163mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg