Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are thick and creamy with a buttery graham cracker crust and a bright strawberry swirl on top. They’re a make-ahead dessert that slices clean and looks like a bakery treat.
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
– 2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
– 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup sour cream
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
– 4 large eggs, room temperature
Strawberry Swirl
– 3/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves (thick)
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice, optional
Optional Toppings
– Fresh strawberries, dried well
– White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
Graham Cracker Crust
– 2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
– 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
– 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup sour cream
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
– 4 large eggs, room temperature
Strawberry Swirl
– 3/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves (thick)
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice, optional
Optional Toppings
– Fresh strawberries, dried well
– White chocolate drizzle
Notes
Notes
– Key tip: Mix on low and don’t overbake—this keeps the bars creamy and helps prevent cracks.
– Make-ahead: Best made 1 day ahead for clean slices.
– Storage: Keep covered in the fridge 4–5 days.
– Freezing: Freeze (without fresh strawberry topping) up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.
– Tools: 9×13-inch pan, parchment paper, mixer, spatula.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American