Description
Decadent, creamy cheesecake bars with a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home, these easy-to-make bars combine smooth vanilla-infused filling with a buttery base for a timeless dessert experience.
Ingredients
1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10–12 full graham crackers)
¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
24 ounces cream cheese (3 (8-ounce) blocks, softened)
¾ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
3 large eggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼ cup sour cream or heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Mix graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter until combined
Press the crust evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan
In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and ¾ cup sugar until smooth
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each
Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream/heavy cream
Pour filling onto the crust
Bake for 25-30 minutes until center is just set
Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing into bars
Notes
Crust can be made with gluten-free graham crackers if desired
Fillings solidify slightly during chilling, enhancing texture
Bars can be frozen for up to 2 months (thaw in refrigerator)
Adjust sugar in crust to preferred sweetness
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg