BERRY & GANACHE CHEESECAKE BARS

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I use fresh blueberries and raspberries with chocolate ganache to make cheesecake bars that dare you to walk away. -Carmell Childs, Ferron, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, melted
CHEESECAKE LAYER:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1-1/2 cups fresh raspberries or blueberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, mix cracker crumbs, pecans and salt; stir in melted butter. Press onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Spread over crust. Bake until center is almost set, 15-20 minutes. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack., Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; let stand 5 minutes. Stir with a whisk until smooth. Stir in vinegar and corn syrup; cool slightly, stirring occasionally. Pour over cheesecake layer; let stand 5 minutes. Top with berries., Refrigerate at least 3 hours, covering when completely cooled. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 149mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Goodness Madu
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think they would be perfect for someone with a sweet tooth.


Tahir Sakhawat
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I really enjoyed these bars. The berry ganache is what makes them special.


Xabiso Baleka
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I made these bars for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes. Everyone loved them.


Ahmad Phone
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These bars are a bit pricey to make, but they're definitely worth it. They're so delicious.


Shahfaat Khan
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I used a different type of berries in the ganache and it turned out great. This recipe is very versatile.


Rubab Asghar
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I've made these cheesecake bars several times now and they're always a hit. They're my go-to dessert for potlucks and parties.


Pancakes Andsyrup
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These bars are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them.


kayinja Mutwalibi
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I love the combination of the creamy cheesecake and the tart berry ganache. It's a perfect balance of flavors.


Lion p Da boss
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These cheesecake bars are perfect for any occasion. They're elegant enough for a special dinner party, but they're also easy enough to make for a casual get-together.


Mpaata Fredrick
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I made these bars for my husband's birthday and he loved them. He said they were the best cheesecake bars he's ever had.


stuart taylor
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I used fresh berries in the ganache and they really made the bars extra special. I highly recommend using fresh berries if you can.


yosuf pathan
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These cheesecake bars are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so rich and decadent, and the berry ganache is to die for.


Asim Semaab
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bars turned out perfectly. They're so easy to make and they taste incredible.


Dagimawi Anteneh
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These bars are amazing! The cheesecake is creamy and flavorful, and the berry ganache is the perfect topping. I will definitely be making these again.


Ogba Michael
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I made these cheesecake bars for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so creamy and delicious, with the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The berry ganache on top is the perfect finishing touch.