Cherry Cheesecake Bars

Creamy cheesecake bars topped with sweet cherry filling, all on a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for any gathering or a sweet treat at home.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 35

Total Time 55

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat

Cuisine: American

Calories: 240

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the cheesecake filling

16 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it is softened for easy mixing.
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs

For the topping

2 cups cherry pie filling Feel free to use other pie fillings like blueberry or strawberry if you prefer.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking pan to form the crust.

Making the filling

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Baking

Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking pan.
Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set.

Cooling and Serving

Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars and serving.
Cherry Cheesecake Bars are best served cold. Cut them into squares and place them on a nice serving plate. You can garnish with fresh cherries or whipped cream for an extra special touch.

Notes

To store Cherry Cheesecake Bars, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to five days. Make sure to cover them well to prevent drying out. You can easily change the flavor of these bars by using different fruit toppings like blueberry, blackberry, or even mango for a tropical twist.