Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Strawberry Cheesecake Bars. A buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a fresh strawberry topping make for a perfect dessert treat!
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 12 graham crackers
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 16 oz. plain cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the strawberry topping:
- 1 cup strawberries, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
- Prepare the crust: Crush graham crackers and sugar in a food processor. Add melted butter, pulse until combined. Press mixture into the prepared pan.
- Make the strawberry topping: Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan until softened. Set aside.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese, yogurt, egg, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble and bake: Spread cheesecake mixture over crust. Swirl in half of the strawberry compote. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let bars cool, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Calories are per bar and are an estimation
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
