Cheesecake Bars Recipe – Perfect for Any Get-Together
Description:
There’s just something special about desserts baked by friends; they always seem to taste better! This Cheesecake Bars recipe is no exception and originally came from the back of a butterscotch chip bag, making it an easy yet delightful treat. Be sure to prepare these bars ahead of time, as they are best served thoroughly chilled. The creamy, rich filling atop a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a sprinkle of crumbs, makes these bars a crowd-pleaser!
Recipe Category: Cheesecake
Keywords: Dessert, Under 60 Minutes, Oven-Baked
Servings: 9
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Graham cracker crumbs |
| 3/4 cup | Margarine |
| 5 oz | Cream cheese, softened |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 1/4 cup | Flour |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 2 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| 1/2 cup | Butterscotch chips (optional) |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 342.1 |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g |
| Cholesterol | 69.1 mg |
| Sodium | 272.4 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g |
| Sugar | 21.8 g |
| Protein | 4.8 g |
Instructions
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | Melt Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the margarine together with the butterscotch chips. |
| 3 | Mix Crumbs: Add the graham cracker crumbs to the melted mixture and stir until well combined. |
| 4 | Reserve Topping: Set aside 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture for topping. |
| 5 | Prepare Crust: Press the remaining crumb mixture into an ungreased 8-inch square baking pan to form the crust. |
| 6 | Bake Crust: Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and set aside. |
| 7 | Prepare Filling: In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, eggs, flour, and lemon juice. Beat until smooth. |
| 8 | Pour Over Crust: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the hot crust. |
| 9 | Add Topping: Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the cream cheese layer. |
| 10 | Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden. |
| 11 | Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and let cool completely. |
| 12 | Chill: For the best texture and flavor, refrigerate the cheesecake bars for several hours or overnight before serving. |
These Cheesecake Bars are sure to impress at any gathering, so serve them cold and enjoy their deliciously creamy texture!
