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creamy cheesecake bars Graham crackers and brown sugar blended into a perfect coarse crumb base for cheesecake bars.

Creamy Cheesecake Bars

These decadent, creamy cheesecake bars are topped with a golden graham cracker crust and perfect for every occasion. Easy to make and irresistible!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 9
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 312

Ingredients
  

  • 6 graham crackers crushed for the crust
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar for sweetness in the crust
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter melted (to bind the crust)
  • 16 oz cream cheese room temperature, for a smooth filling
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt room temperature, adds creaminess to the filling
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for sweetness in the filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for flavor
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch to thicken the filling
  • ¼ cup cold water to dissolve cornstarch

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. prep
  2. In a food processor, pulse the graham crackers, brown sugar, and melted butter until the mixture is evenly combined, but not too fine. prep
  3. Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust. bake
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and allow it to cool. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). bake
  5. While the crust is cooling, beat the room-temperature cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add the Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, then beat again until fully combined. mix
  6. In a small bowl, stir the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Add the mixture to the cream cheese mixture and mix until combined. mix
  7. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust and spread it into an even layer. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is slightly wobbly. bake
  8. Let the cheesecake cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4-5 hours, or overnight, until fully chilled and firm. chill
  9. Once chilled, lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into bars and serve. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 255mgPotassium: 105mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cheesecake bars are a perfect balance of creamy and tangy, making them a hit at any gathering. Feel free to top with fresh fruit or drizzle with chocolate for an extra indulgence.

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