Description
Silky raspberry swirl cheesecake bars dance with luxurious cream cheese and sweet-tart raspberry ribbons, creating a dessert that whispers pure indulgence. Guests will swoon over these beautiful bars that bring Italian bakery charm straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Raspberry Swirl:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 325F (160C) and line an 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring overhanging edges for easy removal.
- Blend graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until thoroughly combined, then firmly press the mixture into the pan’s bottom to create a compact base.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, incorporating eggs individually and mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Gently fold vanilla extract and sour cream into the cream cheese mixture until uniformly integrated.
- Transfer the creamy filling evenly across the prepared crust, creating a level surface.
- Simmer raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat, crushing the berries to release their vibrant juices.
- Incorporate cornstarch to thicken the raspberry sauce, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a glossy, jam-like consistency. Allow to cool slightly.
- Artfully dollop raspberry sauce across the cheesecake surface, then use a knife to create elegant marble-like swirls.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges stabilize and center remains slightly trembling.
- Cool the bars at room temperature for one hour, then refrigerate for minimum 4 hours to set completely.
- Lift the chilled dessert from the pan using parchment edges and slice into precise, attractive bars.
- Serve chilled, revealing the beautiful raspberry-marbled cheesecake bars.
Notes
- Choose room temperature cream cheese for ultra-smooth, lump-free filling that blends perfectly and prevents cracking.
- Gentle swirling technique creates beautiful marbled patterns without overworking the delicate cheesecake base, ensuring stunning visual presentation.
- Strain raspberry seeds for a silkier, more refined raspberry swirl if preferring ultra-smooth texture, which enhances overall elegance of dessert.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers to transform recipe into a celiac-friendly treat without compromising rich, creamy taste and stunning appearance.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 49 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 19 mg