Name: The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 16 Bars
Cuisine: American

Sunday Table

February 19, 2025

These strawberry cheesecake bars are always a good idea. Buttery graham cracker crust, lemony cheesecake filling, and spiked strawberry topping.

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The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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Ingredients

Bars

WarningMilk and 7 other allergens identified

Instructions

Graham Cracker Crust

Preheat your oven to 325°F. Lightly grease an 8×8'' square baking pan with butter or neutral cooking spray. Line the pan with parchment paper, leaving wings on each side.

In the bowl of a food processor, pulse the graham cracker sheets, in batches if necessary, until you have semi-fine crumbs. You should end up with about 1 1/2 cups of crumbs. Add the sugar, melted butter, and salt and pulse until the graham crackers are finely ground and the mixture comes together.

Tip the graham mixture into the prepared pan and press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for about 9-10 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool to room temperature while you prepare the filling.

Lemon Cheesecake Filling

Fill a cake pan (or other oven-safe pan) with a few inches of water. Set aside.

In a medium bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until the mixture is sandy. Add the cream cheese and beat until light and creamy.

Add the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until incorporated. Then, add the eggs and beat just until they are blended into the filling.

Pour the filling over the crust. Place the bars on the middle rack of the oven, and then set the pan of water under the bars. Bake at 325°F for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the filling is still a bit jiggly.

Turn off the oven, and crack the oven door. Let the bars cool for at least 30 minutes, but preferably an hour in the oven. Then, cover the bars and refrigerate for about 3-4 hours or until the filling is completely set.

Once cooled, slice the bars into 16 squares.

Spiked Strawberry Topping

Place the sliced strawberries in a small bowl. Sprinkle with sugar and drizzle with the Grand Marnier (if using). Stir and let macerate in the fridge for about 30 minutes while the bars cool.

Spoon the macerated berries over the cooled cheesecake bars. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Graham Cracker Crust Perfection 🥠
Press the graham cracker crust mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, using the bottom of a measuring cup to create a compact, smooth base that won't crumble when cutting.
Cream Cheese Temperature Trick 🧊
Allow cream cheese to sit at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before mixing to ensure a completely smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling.
Lemony Zest Enhancement 🍋
Use fresh lemon zest instead of bottled juice for a more vibrant, intense citrus flavor that will elevate the entire cheesecake bar.
Strawberry Topping Pro Technique 🍓
Macerate the strawberries with a touch of sugar 15 minutes before assembling to draw out natural juices and intensify the fruit's sweetness.
Clean Cut Precision 🔪
Wipe your knife with a hot, clean cloth between each cut to ensure perfectly smooth, clean-edged cheesecake bars without any sticky residue.

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