Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars

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These Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with smooth cream cheese filling and a tangy raspberry topping swirled throughout. The texture is creamy and rich, with a tart contrast from the raspberry layer. They bake as a single layered bar, making them easy to slice into portions for sharing or serving on dessert platters. This recipe works well when you want a handheld cheesecake-inspired treat without making a traditional cheesecake.

Prep Time

30 mins

Cook Time

45 mins

Additional Time

6 hrs 20 mins

Total Time

7 hrs 15 mins

Servings: 9 bars

Calories: 331 kcal

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For The Graham Cracker Crust

9 heets graham crackers 9 rectangular sheets equals about 1 cup of crumbs
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ cup butter salted, melted

For The Cheesecake

16 ounces cream cheese softened, 2 blocks
½ cup sugar
2 egg
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For The Raspberry Topping

3/4 cups raspberry about 6 ounces fresh or frozen
4 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

Make The Graham Cracker Crust

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Preheat the oven to 325. Line a 8x8 square pan with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Place the graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until they become crumbs. Add the graham cracker crumbs to a large mixing bowl. Place the brown sugar and melted butter in with the graham cracker crumbs. Mix together until the crumbs are no longer dry.
Add the graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of the pan. Use a ½ cup measuring cup to press the crumbs firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan. Bake the crust in the oven for 8 minutes then let the pan cool for at least five minutes.

Make The Cheesecake Filling

Place the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add ½ cup sugar and cream together the sugar and cream cheese until fully mixed.
Crack the eggs into a medium bowl and beat lightly with a fork. Add the eggs half at a time to the cream cheese mixture, whipping until fully mixed.
Add the sour cream and vanilla to the cream cheese filling. Whip with an electric mixer until smooth.

Make The Raspberry Topping

Add raspberries, 4 tablespoons of sugar and lemon juice to a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a slow boil over high heat. Reduce the mixture to medium low heat to simmer, stirring regularly to keep from burning. Cook for 10-12 minutes until thick sauce begins to form, then set to the side to cool for a few minutes.

Layer And Bake The Bars

Add the cheesecake filling to the top of the graham cracker crust. Use a silicone spatula to smooth the mixture evenly in the pan.
Drizzle the raspberry mixture over the cream cheese. Swirl a chopstick or butterknife through the mixture to allow the raspberry layer to mix more into the top of the cheesecake layer.
Bake for 35-40 minutes until fully set in the center. You can test by holding the pan with hot pads and gently rolling the pan from left to right just a little. The top center of the pan should not look liquidy but will still jiggle a little. The middle of the cheesecake should feel slightly tacky when carefully touched.
Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes. Place in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours to chill, or overnight. Then slice and enjoy!

Notes

For larger batches, use a 9x13 inch pan and expect a longer baking time of 40 to 45 minutes.
These bars are rich, so cutting them into smaller pieces allows for easier sharing and portion control.
They keep well refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days.
Slicing into bite-sized cubes works well for dessert platters or parties.

Nutrition Information

Calories 331kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 25g (38%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Trans Fat 0.2g (10%) Cholesterol 105mg (35%) Sodium 216mg (9%) Potassium 111mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 930IU (19%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 67mg (7%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 9 bars

Amount Per Serving

Calories 331

% Daily Value*

Calories	331kcal	17%
Carbohydrates	24g	8%
Protein	5g	10%
Fat	25g	38%
Saturated Fat	14g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Trans Fat	0.2g	10%
Cholesterol	105mg	35%
Sodium	216mg	9%
Potassium	111mg	2%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	22g	44%
Vitamin A	930IU	19%
Vitamin C	3mg	3%
Calcium	67mg	7%
Iron	0.3mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.