Description
This Cream Cheese Cake Recipe is a delicious, creamy, and smooth dessert that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Baked in a simple 9×13-inch pan, these cheesecake bars offer the rich flavor of classic cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust. It’s a must-try for cheesecake lovers and great for parties or weeknight treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup melted butter (1 stick)
- For the filling:
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (optional, for stability)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside.
- Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, and mix until blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low after each. Stir in sour cream and flour (if using) until smooth.
- Bake: Pour filling over crust and smooth the top. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until the center is just set and slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let it cool inside for 1 hour.
- Chill: Once cool, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Lift using parchment, slice into bars, and serve chilled.
Notes
For smooth filling, use room-temperature ingredients. Add lemon zest or swirl jam into the batter for a twist. Dip your knife in hot water and wipe clean for perfect slices. Store in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg