Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Squares are a luscious dessert that marries the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the vibrant sweetness of fresh strawberries. These delightful squares feature a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with a rich cream cheese filling studded with juicy strawberry pieces. Perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to festive gatherings, these bars are both easy to make and simply irresistible. They can be prepared in advance, making them an ideal choice for busy bakers who want to impress their guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Slice into this delectable treat and watch as everyone comes back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and mix well.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries into the mixture.
- Pour the filling over the crust evenly and bake for about 30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Experiment by adding other fruits like blueberries or raspberries. For extra flavor, consider adding lemon zest to the filling.