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Easy Cheesecake Bars

A stack of Easy Cheesecake Bars with a crumbly topping on a white plate, showcasing the creamy filling.
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Simple and delicious cheesecake bars perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in the softened butter with a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
  4. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth.
  5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the baked crust.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  9. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the cheesecake out of the pan. Cut into bars.
  10. Chill the bars for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture.
  • These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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