Easy Recipes Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars
These Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars blend a buttery graham cracker crust with creamy cheesecake and vibrant raspberry swirls for an irresistible dessert.
Servings: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until moistened.
- Press crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
- Warm raspberry jam slightly and drop spoonfuls onto the cheesecake batter.
- Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the jam into the batter.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 3 hours before slicing.