Description
Rich and creamy cheesecake bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, designed for easy slicing and festive Halloween decorating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F and line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and lump-free.
- Add eggs one at a time on low speed, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until the batter is glossy.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American