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How to make Decadent Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Bars — key cooking step

Decadent Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Bars

  • Author: Maxine Delarue
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 270 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these creamy and rich vanilla bean cheesecake bars, perfect for any dessert lover.


Ingredients

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2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup granulated sugar

4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

4 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

1/4 cup all-purpose flour


Instructions

1. 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.

3. 3. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla bean paste, mixing until well combined.

4. 4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined.

5. 5. Stir in sour cream and flour until smooth.

6. 6. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.

7. 7. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.

8. 8. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.

9. 9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before cutting into bars.

10. 10. Serve chilled and enjoy!


Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients.

You can top with fresh berries or chocolate sauce for added flavor.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 300 kcal
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, vanilla, bars