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Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars

Creamy Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars for Effortless Indulgence

Delight in these Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars that combine a buttery crust with a creamy filling, offering delicious indulgence with effortless preparation.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free cookie crumbs for a GF version.
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tbsp Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar.
For the Filling
  • 2 blocks Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened Use non-dairy cream cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Can use coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
  • 2 Large Eggs A plant-based egg replacer can be used.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Strawberry Jam or Puree Substitute with any fruit jam.

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until combined.
  4. Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust and swirl in strawberry jam if desired.
  5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until edges are set and the center is jiggly.
  6. Cool in the oven with the door cracked for 30 minutes.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to chill.
  8. Use the parchment overhang to lift out of the pan and slice into squares. Serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 75mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is room temperature for the best texture. Avoid overmixing to prevent air bubbles.

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