These creamy cheesecake bars rest on a buttery graham cracker crust and are topped with a fresh strawberry glaze and elegant white chocolate drizzle. Each bite delivers rich vanilla cheesecake balanced with tart berries and a golden crunch.
Author:Mari
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:5 hours
Yield:12 bars 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 1/2cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp sugar
2 packets (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
2 eggs
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp salt
1cup sugar
2cups ripe strawberries, chopped
1/4cup water
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/8cup sugar
1cup white chocolate wafers or chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press evenly into the base of the dish to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Mix until creamy and lump-free.
Pour cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until just set. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Cook over medium heat until berries soften.
Stir in cornstarch and simmer until the mixture thickens into a glaze. Cool completely before using.
Melt white chocolate wafers in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
Cut chilled cheesecake into bars, top with strawberry glaze, and drizzle with white chocolate before serving.
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges when slicing.
Chill bars thoroughly for best texture and clean cuts.
Fresh or frozen strawberries can be used for the topping.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.