Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the delightful Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bars, where creamy cheesecake meets the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar. These bars offer a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess, boasting a buttery graham cracker crust that beautifully complements the rich filling. Ideal for any occasion—be it birthday celebrations or cozy nights in—these irresistible treats will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sour cream, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in remaining sugar and cinnamon.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For extra richness, substitute mascarpone for cream cheese or add chocolate chips for a decadent twist. To customize, consider incorporating pumpkin pie spice or nuts into the batter.