Description

Black Cherry Cheesecake Bars are a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake, tart black cherries, and a buttery graham cracker crust. These easy-to-make dessert bars are perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family nights, promising to impress everyone with their vibrant flavor and stunning appearance. Enjoy a taste of nostalgia with each bite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
¾ cup granulated sugar
16 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup sour cream
1 can (21 oz) black cherry pie filling
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream and vanilla extract. Incorporate eggs one at a time gently.
Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust, dollop black cherry pie filling on top, then pour remaining batter carefully.
Bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Substitute black cherries with blueberries or raspberries for variety. Enhance flavors with lemon zest if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.