Spring Cheesecake Bars
Deliciously sweet and creamy cheesecake bars perfect for spring gatherings and potlucks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Powdered sugar for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a baking dish to form the crust.
- Blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, and blend until combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
- Top with fresh strawberries and blueberries.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until just set.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
For best texture, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.