Strawberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe

A decadent dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of strawberries with the creamy richness of cheesecake. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

For the filling:

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, thawed and chopped

For the topping:

• 1/2 cup strawberry jam

Instructions:

Make the crust:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
2. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the crumb mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
4. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely.

Make the filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
2. Gradually beat in the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.

Bake:

1. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set.
2. Let cool completely before topping with strawberry jam.

Chill and Serve:

1. Refrigerate the cheesecake bars for at least 2 hours, or overnight, before slicing and serving.

Tips:

• For a more intense strawberry flavor, use fresh strawberries and increase the amount to 1 1/2 cups.
• To make the bars even more decadent, top them with whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
• Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy these delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Bars!