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Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

Indulge in these creamy and tangy Raspberry Cheesecake Bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.75 cups graham cracker crumbs You can substitute with Digestive biscuits or Oreos for a different flavor.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted Ensure it is fully melted for best mixing.
For the filling
  • 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each) Bring to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar This sugar is for the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Add one at a time to the mixture.
  • 1.5 cups fresh raspberries Feel free to use frozen, thawed raspberries as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons raspberry jam Optional, recommended for added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, ½ cup of sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and ½ cup of sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla, mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until incorporated.
  4. Fold in the raspberries and raspberry jam gently to maintain swirls.
Baking
  1. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust. Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  2. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least two hours before cutting.
Serving
  1. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese for the best texture. Feel free to switch out raspberries for blueberries or strawberries. A sprinkle of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream enhances presentation and flavor.