Fourth of July Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars
Fourth of July Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars are a stunning dessert that combines rich red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake, creating the perfect festive treat for summer celebrations. With their vibrant colors and decadent flavors, these bars are sure to impress your guests and make your holiday gathering truly unforgettable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Add eggs and red food coloring; stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually add sugar and vanilla; mix until creamy.
- Pour half of the red velvet batter into the prepared pan. Spoon dollops of cheesecake on top, then add remaining red velvet batter. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg