Description
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, a perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries layered on a buttery graham cracker crust. These bars are not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying, making them ideal for any occasion—be it birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or cozy nights at home. Each bite offers a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to impress your guests. With their beautiful presentation and customizable toppings like chocolate drizzle or nuts, you can create a dessert that’s uniquely yours. Enjoy the combination of textures and flavors in every delicious slice!
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Spread evenly over the crust.
- Top with diced strawberries evenly distributed across the cheesecake layer.
- For the crumble topping, whisk flour, brown sugar, and salt; stir in melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over strawberries.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until set. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg