Strawberry Cheesecake Dream Bars
A Heavenly Fusion of Cheesecake and Sweet Strawberry Bliss
Ingredients:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup strawberry preserves
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
Directions:
Prepare the Crust:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread this cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust.
Add the Strawberry Magic:
Dollop spoonfuls of strawberry preserves over the cream cheese layer. Use a knife to gently swirl the preserves into the cream cheese, creating a marbled effect.
Top with Freshness:
Sprinkle the diced fresh strawberries evenly over the strawberry preserves layer. If desired, top with sweetened shredded coconut for an extra layer of flavor and texture.
Bake to Perfection:
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
Cool and Chill:
Allow the bars to cool to room temperature in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.
Slice and Savor:
Cut the Strawberry Cheesecake Dream Bars into squares and savor the heavenly fusion of cheesecake and sweet strawberry bliss.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 35-40 minutes | Chilling Time: 2 hours | Yields: Approximately 16 bars
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