Indulge in the creamy and luscious flavors of cherry cheesecake with these easy-to-make cherry cheesecake bars. With a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a sweet cherry topping, these bars make for a delightful dessert. Whether you're serving them at a party or just enjoying them with a cup of coffee, these cherry cheesecake bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, they require minimal effort and time, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can cherry pie filling
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In another mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, spread the cherry pie filling over the top of the cheesecake layer, covering it completely.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled and set.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled. Enjoy!