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A close up shot of a strawberry cheesecake bar with a red fruit swirl on a white plate

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for crust
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for filling
  • 2 large eggs , room temperature
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for strawberry sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarc h

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool slightly.
  • In a blender, puree strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and cornstarch until smooth. Transfer to a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until thickened, then cool.
  • In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
  • Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust.
  • Drop small spoonfuls of the strawberry sauce onto the filling and use a knife or toothpick to swirl them together.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set but the center still slightly jiggles.
  • Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing into bars.