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Easy Cheesecake Bars

Quick, creamy cheesecake bars with a buttery graham cracker crust that are easy to make and family-approved.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup melted butter
  • 0.25 cups ¼ cup sugar
For the filling
  • 2 packages (8 oz) 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cups 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large 3 large eggs Add each egg one at a time.
  • 0.5 cups ½ cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grab an 8x8 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined, then press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes.
Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, mixing well.
  2. Add the eggs, one at a time, ensuring they’re fully incorporated before adding the next. Lastly, mix in the sour cream.
Final Baking
  1. Pour the filling over the baked crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  3. Cool it in the pan for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing. Enjoy!

Notes

These bars can be served with a drizzle of sauce, fresh fruit, or whipped cream. They keep well in the fridge for about 5-7 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.