Description

Creamy, dreamy, and layered with fresh strawberry flavor, these Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate easy dessert for any occasion. With a buttery graham cracker crust, rich cheesecake filling, and sweet strawberry topping, this easy recipe is perfect for spring gatherings, summer parties, and holiday dessert tables.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

16 ounces cream cheese, softened

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 large eggs

2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 tablespoon water

1/2 cup whipped cream

1/4 cup crushed shortbread cookies

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
Press into pan and bake 8–10 minutes.
Cool. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F.
Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add sugar and vanilla extract and mix well.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
Pour mixture over cooled crust and spread evenly.
Cook strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and water until thickened.
Cool slightly. Spoon strawberry mixture over cheesecake layer.
Bake 35–40 minutes until center is slightly jiggly but set.
Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours.
Slice into bars and top as desired.

Notes

Make sure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.

Chill thoroughly before slicing for clean layers.

Do not overbake; center should slightly jiggle when removed.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 385
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg

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