For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white sugar in the cheesecake filling. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the amount of sugar in the cheesecake filling. To prevent the crust from burning, you can cover the baking pan with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Easy Cherry Cheesecake Bars
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS13
These Easy Cherry Cheesecake Bars are a delightful twist on classic cheesecake, featuring a buttery oatmeal cookie crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a luscious cherry topping. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or any occasion that calls for a simple yet satisfying dessert.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate39 g
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Cholesterol50 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein5 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium261 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. (5 minutes)
02
Step
10 mins
Pour cookie mix into a large bowl. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly and coarse. Reserve 1 1/2 cups crumb mixture; press remaining crumbs into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. (10 minutes)
03
Step
8 mins
Bake crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Remove partially baked crust and leave oven on. (8 minutes)
04
Step
7 mins
Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, flour, and vanilla extract together in a bowl using electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. (5 minutes)
05
Step
2 mins
Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over the partially baked crust. Spread cherry pie filling over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle reserved crumbs on top. (5 minutes)
06
Step
35 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown on top, about 35 minutes. Cool about 30 minutes. Refrigerate to chill, about 2 hours. Cut into 16 to 20 bars. (3 hours and 5 minutes)
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Agnes Durgan
Jun 23, 2025Kevin R., a different size pan will affect the baking time. Also, the bars will be thinner or thicker. - Clarence Fuller
Roxane Heidenreich
Jun 19, 2025My crust came out a little too crumbly. Any suggestions? - Emily L.
Elbert Klein
Jun 17, 2025Can I use a different size pan? - Kevin R.
Crystel Hammes
Jun 13, 2025These bars were a huge hit at my family gathering! Everyone loved the combination of the oatmeal crust and cherry cheesecake filling. - Sarah M.
Felicity Hamill
Jun 7, 2025These are the perfect dessert for a busy weeknight! I'll definitely be making these again. - Jessica P.
Vernie Robel
Jun 7, 2025Emily L., make sure your butter is very cold when cutting it into the oatmeal mix. Also, press the crust firmly into the pan. - Clarence Fuller
Krista Predovic
Jun 2, 2025So easy to make and absolutely delicious! I added a pinch of cinnamon to the crust for extra flavor. - John B.