Best 4 Almond Cheesecake Bars Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

In the realm of delectable desserts, few can resist the charm of almond cheesecake bars. With their rich, creamy filling, buttery crust, and nutty almond flavor, these treats are a symphony of flavors that delight the senses. Whether you are a seasoned baker looking to expand your repertoire or a novice yearning to impress your loved ones with a homemade delicacy, this article will guide you through the journey of creating the ultimate almond cheesecake bars. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of baking and chilling, we will unveil the secrets behind this culinary masterpiece, ensuring that your almond cheesecake bars become the talk of every gathering.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND CHEESECAKE BARS



Almond Cheesecake Bars image

This recipe for almond bars with cream cheese is from my sister-in-law. I've brought the bars to many functions, and everyone always asks for the recipe. -Mary Couser, Maple Plain, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 large eggs, room temperature
FROSTING:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 to 5 teaspoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine flour, butter and confectioners' sugar; press onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Bake until center is almost set, 15-20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, beat all ingredients until smooth; spread over bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ALMOND STREUSEL-CHERRY CHEESECAKE BARS



Almond Streusel-Cherry Cheesecake Bars image

Prize-Winning Recipe 2008! Sugar cookie mix makes the base of a creamy cheesecake bar with a baked-in cherry filling.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/4 cup cold butter or margarine
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 1/2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese (20 oz), softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 eggs
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. Place cookie mix in large bowl. Cut in butter and 4 oz cream cheese, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture is crumbly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat 20 oz cream cheese, the sugar, flour, almond extract and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over partially baked cookie base. Spoon pie filling evenly over cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with reserved topping and almonds.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 1 g

CRANBERRY ALMOND SWIRL CHEESECAKE COOKIE BARS



Cranberry Almond Swirl Cheesecake Cookie Bars image

Delicious cheesecake cookie bars with a hint of almond flavoring, swirled with simple homemade cranberry sauce and topped with sliced almonds. Easy to make and perfect for any event!

Provided by nbella17

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Almond Dessert Recipes

Time 9h37m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 ¾ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons white sugar
¾ cup fresh cranberries
¼ cup water
¾ cup white sugar, divided
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
2 eggs, at room temperature
5 tablespoons milk, at room temperature
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons almond extract
⅓ cup sliced almonds, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with aluminum foil and lightly grease with cooking spray.
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Mix until butter evenly coats the crumbs. Transfer to the baking dish and flatten into an even layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Leave oven on; remove crust and let cool.
  • Place cranberries, water, and 1/4 cup sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil. Cook until cranberries have burst and mixture is thick, about 7 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes. Pour sauce into a blender or food processor and puree until smooth, adding more water to thin, if necessary.
  • Combine remaining sugar and cream cheese in a bowl. Beat using an electric mixer until smooth, scraping down sides of the bowl every 90 seconds, about 4 minutes total. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add milk, lemon juice, and almond extract; mix batter on medium-low until combined.
  • Spread batter evenly over the cooled crust. Drop spoonfuls of cranberry sauce on top and use a knife to swirl it through the batter. Toss almonds evenly over the cheesecake.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, 27 to 33 minutes. Let cool, at least 30 minutes. Refrigerate until set, 8 hours to overnight. Cut into bars the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 69.7 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 190.3 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

RASPBERRY ALMOND CHEESECAKE BARS



Raspberry Almond Cheesecake Bars image

Time 5h10m

Number Of Ingredients 18

CRUST:
-----------------------
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
3/4 cups almonds, chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter cut into 1 Tablespoon pieces (I use salted)
-----------------------
FILLING:
-----------------------
16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, at room temperature
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • CRUST: ----------------------- Preheat oven to 325*F Line a 9x9 glass dish with non stick foil or parchment paper, making sure to cover sides as well as bottom of pan. In food processor or by hand, combine the flour, sugar, almonds and salt. Pulse 2 or 3 times to mix. If by hand, stir to combine. Add the butter and pulse 8-10 times until the mixture forms large, coarse crumbs the size of small peas. If doing by hand, use a pastry blender to mix all ingredients until large pea sized crumbs form. Press the crust mixture into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of lined dish. Bake for15-20 minutes until golden golden. ----------------------- FILLING: ----------------------- In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add flour and mix until incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the batter is smooth. Stir in the cream, vanilla and almond extracts. Gently fold in the raspberries. Pour the batter onto the prepared crust. Bake 30-35 minutes, until the center is set when you give the pan a gentle jiggle. Remove from the oven and, using a butter knife gently loosen the warm cheesecake square from the sides of pan. Let pan cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours or overnight. Using a sharp knife, cut into 16 squares. Serve cold. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to get the smoothest crust. If you don't have a food processor, you can use a blender or a rolling pin.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before using. This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Don't overbeat the cheesecake filling. Overbeating will make it tough.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Use a toothpick to check if the cheesecake is done. The toothpick should come out clean when inserted into the center of the cheesecake.
  • Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help it set properly.

Conclusion:

Almond cheesecake bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal dinner party. These bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a creamy almond filling, a graham cracker crust, and a dusting of powdered sugar, these bars are a delightful treat that everyone will enjoy.

Related Topics