Peach Cheesecake Bars Recipe 🍑🍰
Overview
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 36 bars
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.0/5)
Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Cheese, Fruit, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins
Description
These Peach Cheesecake Bars are an absolute delight, especially when fresh peaches are in season! However, fear not, even in the depths of winter, you can use tinned peaches or apricots to capture that summery flavor. A delightful treat for any occasion, these bars are easy to make and disappear even faster! 🌞🍑
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
| For the Base Layer | |
|---|---|
| 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs | |
| 1/2 cup all-purpose flour | |
| 1/2 cup sugar | |
| 1/2 tsp baking powder | |
| 1/2 tsp cinnamon | |
| 1/2 tsp lemon zest | |
| 1/4 tsp salt | |
| 1/4 cup butter | |
| 1 egg |
| For the Cheesecake Layer | |
|---|---|
| 8 oz cream cheese | |
| 1 cup sugar | |
| 1 tsp vanilla extract | |
| 1 egg | |
| 1 tbsp lemon juice | |
| 1 tbsp all-purpose flour | |
| 1/8 tsp salt |
| Additional Ingredients | |
|---|---|
| 2-3 fresh peaches, sliced | |
| Icing sugar, for sprinkling |
Instructions
Let’s get baking! Here’s how you make these delicious Peach Cheesecake Bars:
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Prepare the Pan: Start by buttering a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan. This will ensure your bars don’t stick!
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Make the Base Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, sift together the graham cracker crumbs, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, lemon zest, and salt.
- Add the butter to the dry ingredients and toss with a fork until the butter is distributed evenly.
- Crack in the egg and blend everything together until well combined.
- Pat this mixture evenly onto the bottom of your prepared pan.
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Preheat and Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes. This will give it a head start on that golden deliciousness while you prepare the filling.
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Create the Cheesecake Layer:
- In a clean mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until everything is creamy and well combined.
- Add in the egg, lemon juice, all-purpose flour, and salt. Beat until the mixture is smooth and velvety.
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Layer and Bake:
- Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the baked crust in your pan.
- Arrange the fresh peach slices in a beautiful, symmetrical layer over the cheesecake mixture.
- Pop the whole pan into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Keep an eye on it – you want the top to turn a glorious golden hue.
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Cool and Serve:
- Once baked, let the bars cool in the pan.
- Sprinkle the top with a generous dusting of icing sugar for that extra touch of sweetness.
- When they’ve cooled completely, cut into bars, about 3 x 1 inches each.
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Enjoy! 🎉
- These Peach Cheesecake Bars are best enjoyed fresh, but they also keep well in the fridge for a few days (if they last that long!). Serve them up as a delightful dessert, a sweet snack, or even as a treat for a special occasion.
Tips and Tricks
- Fresh vs. Tinned Peaches: While fresh peaches are fantastic, you can easily use tinned peaches or apricots if they’re not in season.
- Make-Ahead: These bars can be made a day ahead of time and stored in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.
- Variations: Feel free to get creative! Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts on top, or even a drizzle of caramel for an extra decadent touch.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 71.1
- Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Cholesterol: 20.7mg
- Sodium: 73.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 8.1g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 5.6g
- Protein: 1.1g
These Peach Cheesecake Bars are a delightful combination of creamy cheesecake, sweet peaches, and a buttery, crunchy base. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, or just for indulging in a little slice of happiness all for yourself! 🍰🍑 Enjoy the taste of summer in every bite!
