Best 2 Easy Cranberry Cheesecake Bars Recipes
Do you have a hankering for a delectable dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the creamy richness of cheesecake, all wrapped in a buttery graham cracker crust? If so, look no further! Our curated collection of easy cranberry cheesecake bar recipes will guide you through the steps to create this delightful treat. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can impress your friends and family with this classic dessert, perfect for any occasion. Whether you prefer a traditional cheesecake filling or a more modern twist, we have the perfect recipe for you. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the most irresistible cranberry cheesecake bars you've ever tasted!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
EASY CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE BARS
I've been making these bars since I was a kid. I used to bake and sell cookies and cakes for Thanksgiving and Christmas every year from about 9 years old until I was well into my teens. Everyone loved these.
Provided by graniteangel
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h10m
Yield 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Combine cake mix, butter, 1 egg and pecans. Mix until smooth. It will look like cookie dough.
- Line a 12x8 glass dish with dough.
- Bake for 7 minutes or until crust is set, but not browned.
- Cream the cream cheese with the powdered sugar, vanilla and 1 egg.
- In separate mixing bowl combine cranberry sauce with nutmeg.
- Pour cream cheese mixture over top of crust, making sure to spread evenly.
- Spoon cranberry sauce into three horizontal lines. Run a butter knife through cranberry sauce into cream cheese mixture to create swirls.
- Bake for 35 minutes or until cream cheese mixture is set.
- Cool completely and cut into bars.
EASY CRANBERRY CHEESECAKE BARS
I found this recipe about 25 yrars ago in one of those holiday cookbooks at the checkout counter. I'm not sure which one because I have misplaced it. The orange zest is my own addition. I hope you enjoy these as much as we do. They are quick, easy, delicious and impressive enough for company. The cranberry swirled with the white...
Provided by Dee Stillwell
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9"x13" pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
- 2. In mixer bowl blend together first four ingredients and mix until crumbly. Pat mixture into bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 6-8 minutes until crust is set but not browned.
- 3. In bowl mix together creamed cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, egg and 1 teaspoon of the orange zest. Pour carefully over crust. Smooth evenly.
- 4. In small bowl mix together cranberry sauce, nutmeg, and remaining orange zest. Spoon over creamed cheese layer in 3 rows. Draw knife thru back and forth to swirl cranberry into cheese cake layer.
- 5. Bake for 30-40 minutes until creamed cheese mixture is set. Cool in pan and cut into 36 bars. Enjoy!
Tips:
- For a creamier cheesecake filling, use full-fat cream cheese and let it come to room temperature before mixing. - To prevent the cheesecake from cracking, bake it in a water bath. - To ensure the cheesecake sets properly, let it cool completely before refrigerating. - For a more vibrant cranberry topping, use fresh cranberries. - To make the cranberry topping ahead of time, cook it and let it cool completely. Then, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. - To make the cheesecake bars ahead of time, bake them and let them cool completely. Then, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. - To serve the cheesecake bars, let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.Conclusion:
These cranberry cheesecake bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. The creamy cheesecake filling is complemented perfectly by the tangy cranberry topping. These bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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