Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars, a dessert that perfectly balances smooth cream cheese filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. These bars are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to suit any occasion, from casual family dinners to festive gatherings. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create an impressive treat that will have everyone asking for seconds. Top them with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate for an extra touch of indulgence. Whether chilled or at room temperature, these cheesecake bars promise to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until combined. Then add sour cream and vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed, mixing just until incorporated.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and bake for about 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight. Slice into squares and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg