Description
- This creamy cheesecake bar recipe features a buttery graham cracker crust and a rich, smooth filling perfect for parties or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 24 oz full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment, leaving an overhang.
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
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Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then eggs one at a time, mixing well.
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Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla. Mix until fully smooth.
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Pour filling over crust and spread evenly.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes until set. Cool at room temp for 1 hour.
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Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight.
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Lift out, slice, and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Let all ingredients come to room temperature before mixing for a smoother batter.
- Chill bars completely before slicing for clean, neat cuts.
- Freeze individual bars by wrapping tightly and storing in a sealed container for up to 2 months.
- Allow bars to chill at least 3 hours to set properly and develop flavor.
- Top with fruits, sauces, or whipped cream just before serving for variety.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT40M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: America
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg