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Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and strawberry jam, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.25 cups sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Make sure it's unsalted
For the filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped Fresh strawberries preferred
  • 0.25 cups strawberry jam

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch baking dish.
  3. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden. Set aside to cool.
Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add in 1 cup sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
  5. Pour the cheesecake filling over your baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  2. In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle the strawberry jam over the top, swirling it slightly for a marbled look.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  2. Slice into bars, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight for best taste.