Description
Flag Cheesecake Bars with Berry Topping are the perfect festive dessert, bursting with vibrant colors and creamy goodness. These delightful bars combine a rich cheesecake filling with a fresh berry topping, making them an ideal treat for summer celebrations like Memorial Day or Independence Day. Not only are they visually stunning, but they are also straightforward to prepare, ensuring that even novice bakers can impress their guests. With a make-ahead option and customizable toppings, these cheesecake bars will quickly become a favorite for any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (sliced)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Add melted butter and mix well. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream; mix until combined. Pour over the crust.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool at room temperature before refrigerating.
- Once chilled, top with blueberries and sliced strawberries. For extra shine, drizzle warm jam over the berries.
- Cut into bars and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg