How to Make Cheesecake Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheesecake is a beloved dessert for many, and for good reason. Its creamy, rich texture and delectable flavor make it a staple at many dinner parties and special occasions. However, making a traditional cheesecake can be quite time-consuming and challenging for novice bakers. That's why cheesecake bars are such a fantastic alternative. They offer all the deliciousness of a classic cheesecake but in an easier-to-make, portable form.

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup butter, softened
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup chopped walnuts
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen bars

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • To make the crust: Beat butter and brown sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add flour and chopped nuts; stir until mixture becomes crumbly. Set aside 1/4 cup to use as a topping.
  • Press mixture into an 8-inch square pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool on a rack.
  • To make the filling: Beat cream cheese and white sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Stir in egg, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla until well combined. Spread filling mixture over baked crust. Sprinkle reserved mixture on as a topping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are puffed and the surface is firm, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack before refrigerating until ready to serve. 
  • Nutrition

    73 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 34mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 23mg