The BEST Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the creamy goodness of The BEST Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars, a delightful twist on the classic dessert. These bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a luscious cheesecake filling and finished off with a fresh strawberry topping that brings balance to every bite. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or simply enjoying a treat at home, these cheesecake bars are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, they are an ideal dessert that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp butter (melted)
- 2 (8 oz) pkgs cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 5 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time on low speed until just combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for 25-35 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool on a wire rack for 1-2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg