Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. These bars are not only easy to make but also perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to picnics or just satisfying your sweet tooth. With layers of flavor and texture in every bite, these treats will impress both kids and adults alike. Make ahead and chill for a refreshing dessert that’s ready when you are!
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 (packed)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- For the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the baking dish.
- For the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until combined. Spread over the crust.
- Top with diced strawberries evenly.
- For the crumble: Combine flour, brown sugar, and salt; stir in melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle on top of the strawberries.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set. Cool completely on a wire rack before chilling in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg