Description
Raspberry cheesecake bars bring delightful Mediterranean flavors to classic dessert lovers. Creamy, tangy layers combine silky cream cheese with fresh raspberries, promising a sweet escape that melts perfectly on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) fresh raspberries (or raspberry puree)
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 325F (160C) and preparing a 9×9-inch dish with parchment paper or a light grease coating.
- Create the foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter into a cohesive mixture, then firmly pressing it into the bottom of the prepared dish to form a compact base.
- Craft the creamy filling by whipping softened cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, gradually incorporating eggs one at a time while maintaining a consistent texture, then introducing vanilla extract for depth of flavor.
- Distribute the cream cheese mixture uniformly across the graham cracker crust, ensuring an even layer.
- Embellish the cheesecake surface by strategically placing fresh raspberries or raspberry puree, then delicately swirling them through the filling using a toothpick to create an artistic marbled pattern.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until the edges become firm while the center retains a subtle wobble.
- Allow the bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to set and develop optimal flavor and texture.
- Once thoroughly chilled, slice into individual bars and serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to achieve a smooth, lump-free filling that blends effortlessly.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent incorporating too much air, which can cause cracking during baking.
- Gently fold raspberries into the filling to create beautiful swirls without disrupting the creamy texture.
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid to prevent watering down the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 197 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 78 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg