Description
Experience the creamy decadence of Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars, where each bite combines a luscious cheesecake filling with a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for any gathering or just a sweet treat for yourself, these bars are easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings. Whether it’s a picnic or a cozy movie night, they are guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, sour cream, and vanilla; mix until creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently to avoid overmixing. Pour cheesecake filling over crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg