Description
Delicious and creamy strawberry swirl cheesecake bars with a graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add 1 cup sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of strawberry puree over the cheesecake mixture and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add more strawberry puree.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Serve with fresh strawberries on top for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars, cheesecake, dessert, strawberries