Tart Cherry Cheesecake Crumb Bars
Tart Cherry Cheesecake Crumb Bars are a delectable dessert that harmoniously blends a buttery crumb crust, rich cream cheese filling, and tangy tart cherry topping. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, making these bars an ideal treat for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are sure to impress your guests and become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup tart cherry filling (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Reserve 1 cup of this mixture.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and remaining sugar; mix until blended.
- Spread cheesecake filling over the crumb base and top with tart cherry filling.
- Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture on top and bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg