Description
Berry Glitter Cheesecake Bars are a delectable fusion of tart fresh berries and creamy cheesecake atop a buttery graham cracker crust. These visually stunning bars are perfect for any occasion, effortlessly impressing friends and family with their vibrant colors and irresistible flavors. With a foolproof recipe designed for success, even novice bakers can create this showstopper dessert that’s as Instagram-worthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in half of the fresh berries into the cheesecake batter.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the baked crust and spread evenly with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool to room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least four hours or overnight.
- Slice into bars, top with remaining berries, and dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg