Description

Creamy, fruity, and easy to make, these strawberry cheesecake bars are everything you love about cheesecake — but in portable, party-ready squares. A buttery graham cracker crust holds a rich cheesecake filling swirled with a fresh strawberry sauce. They’re perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or anytime you need a crowd-pleasing treat that looks as amazing as it tastes. This recipe skips the water bath and springform fuss, so you can enjoy luscious cheesecake without the stress.

Ingredients

1 . For the crust:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 . For the strawberry swirl:

1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water

3 . For the cheesecake filling:

24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
3 large eggs
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp all-purpose flour

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Press into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool slightly.
In a saucepan, cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice until soft. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the berries. Simmer until thick. Cool.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then sour cream, eggs, vanilla, and flour. Mix until just combined.
Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of strawberry sauce on top and swirl gently with a knife.
Bake for 45–50 minutes until center is just set. Cool at room temp for 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 3 more hours.
Slice and serve cold. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for later.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and room-temperature ingredients.
Strawberry swirl can be strained for a smoother finish.
Don’t skip the cooling — it helps set the bars perfectly.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American