Description
Deliciously sweet and creamy cheesecake bars that evoke cherished memories of family traditions and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter until resembling wet sand. Press into the bottom of a lined baking dish and bake for 8-10 minutes. Allow cooling slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk, mixing until fully incorporated. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until blended. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the filling is set.
- Allow cooling at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Slice into squares, sprinkle powdered sugar on top, and serve.
Notes
For lighter versions, consider using low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cheesecake bars, sweet dessert, family recipe, childhood memories, easy dessert