Description
Experience the delightful harmony of flavors with Black Cherry Cheesecake Bars. These luscious bars feature a creamy cheesecake filling complemented by tart black cherries, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for any occasion, these treats are simple to make and sure to impress friends and family alike. Enjoy them at brunch, parties, or as a sweet indulgence for yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh or frozen black cherries, pitted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in black cherries into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours (or overnight).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg