Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of Strawberry Cheesecake Bars, a perfect combination of creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries atop a buttery graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make dessert is ideal for any occasion, from family gatherings to quiet nights at home. With their vibrant flavors and inviting presentation, these bars are sure to impress everyone with every bite. Plus, they can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for a convenient sweet treat whenever you desire.
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)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Spread over the crust.
- Evenly distribute diced strawberries on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set in the center.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg