Creamy Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars, a perfect blend of velvety cheesecake filling and buttery graham cracker crust. These easy-to-make bars are a crowd-pleaser, ideal for parties or cozy nights at home. With their delicious flavor and smooth texture, they’ll leave your taste buds craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- Fresh fruit or chocolate sauce (optional for topping)
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, ⅓ cup sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add ¾ cup sugar while mixing until creamy.
- Incorporate sour cream and vanilla extract, then add eggs one at a time, beating gently after each addition.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg