Strawberry Cheesecake Bars Easy (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Graham Cracker Crust
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180 grams graham cracker crumbs
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2 tablespoons brown sugar or granulated sugar
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85 grams unsalted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cheesecake Filling
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450 grams cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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100 grams granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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240 milliliters heavy whipping cream
→ Topping
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Strawberry jam, as desired
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl. Stir until thoroughly combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
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Press mixture firmly and evenly into the base of an 8x8 inch pan. Refrigerate crust while preparing the filling.
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In a separate large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Scrape down bowl sides as necessary.
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Blend in vanilla extract and lemon juice just until combined.
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Gradually add heavy whipping cream in 3–4 increments, whipping after each addition until the mixture is light, fluffy, and fully incorporated.
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Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust using a spatula.
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Cover pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or until fully set and chilled.
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Run a knife along the edges to loosen, slice into bars, cleaning the knife between each cut for clean slices. Top each bar with strawberry jam before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
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For best texture, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. Chill bars thoroughly for clean slices.