Cherry Cheesecake Bars
Cherry Cheesecake Bars are a heavenly blend of creamy cheesecake and juicy cherries, all held together by a buttery graham cracker crust. These delightful bars are perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, evoking fond memories and warm flavors in every bite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they promise to be a favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups cherries, pitted (fresh or canned)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Beat cream cheese in another bowl until smooth. Add sour cream, remaining sugar, and vanilla; mix until creamy.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the crust evenly.
- Top with pitted cherries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg