Description
Delicious chocolate cherry cheesecake bars that offer a creamy texture and a delightful burst of cherry flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs or chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs with melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even base.
- Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition, then blend in the vanilla extract just until combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
- Drop spoonfuls of cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer. Gently swirl with a knife for a marbled effect, being careful not to overmix.
- Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips across the top, pressing them slightly into the filling if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30–45 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is just slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely in the pan. Refrigerate for several hours or until fully chilled before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling.
- Chilling the bars before cutting will result in cleaner slices.
- Feel free to use fresh cherries instead of cherry pie filling for a fresher taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg