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Easy & Creamy Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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Enjoy the rich, creamy flavor of classic cheesecake in a convenient bar format with these Philadelphia Cheesecake Bars. Perfectly buttery graham cracker crust topped with a smooth cream cheese filling makes for an irresistible treat!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for crust)
  • 1/2 cup Melted Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar (for filling)
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 1 cup Sour Cream (or Heavy Cream)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • A Pinch of Salt
  • Full-Fat Philadelphia Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the longer sides. Lightly grease the exposed sides of the pan or spray with a non-stick baking spray.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir with a fork until the crumbs are evenly moistened and resemble wet sand.
  4. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened Philadelphia cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Gradually add the granulated sugar to the cream cheese, continuing to beat until well combined and smooth.
  7. Add the sour cream (or your chosen alternative), vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Mix on low speed until just combined.
  8. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing on very low speed just until each egg is incorporated.
  9. Pour the prepared cheesecake filling evenly over the slightly cooled graham cracker crust in the pan.
  10. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden, but the center still has a slight jiggle.
  11. Once baked, turn off the oven and prop the oven door open slightly. Let the cheesecake bars cool in the oven for about 30-60 minutes.
  12. Remove the pan from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature, at least 1-2 hours.
  13. Once at room temperature, cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheesecake bars for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  14. Once thoroughly chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to carefully lift the entire cheesecake out of the pan and onto a cutting board.
  15. Using a sharp knife, wipe the blade clean with a warm, damp cloth after each cut for the cleanest bars. Slice into squares or rectangles of your desired size.
  16. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing the filling to prevent cracks, and allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to reduce the risk of cracking.

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