Description
Indulge in these delightful Strawberry Cheesecake Bars that marry two beloved desserts into one sensational treat. Perfect for summer gatherings, they feature a buttery crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a fresh strawberry topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for topping)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- Combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Add 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter and mix until cohesive. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool while preparing the filling.
- Beat 16 oz softened cream cheese and 2/3 cup granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Fold in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1/4 cup sour cream.
- Pour the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust and smooth the surface.
- Toss 1 1/2 cups diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Distribute over the cheesecake layer.
- Mix together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut in 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over strawberries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set. Let cool completely in the pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before cutting into squares.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage. Customize by using gluten-free flour or different fruits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg