Make Your Own Cheesecake Bar
Create a show-stopping dessert experience with this Make Your Own Cheesecake Bar, the ultimate party centerpiece for cheesecake lovers! This versatile recipe features a buttery, golden graham cracker crust topped with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling that’s baked to velvety perfection. After chilling, the cheesecake is cut into convenient squares and paired with an array of toppings like fresh fruit, melted chocolate, caramel sauce, whipped cream, and crushed cookies for endless customization. Perfect for gatherings, this DIY cheesecake bar invites guests to unleash their creativity while enjoying a delectable treat. With straightforward steps and customizable flair, this dessert combines elevated elegance with crowd-pleasing fun.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
- 32 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 cup chocolate chips, melted
- 0.5 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 cup crushed cookies or candies (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream until fully combined.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly. Tap the pan on the counter gently to remove any air bubbles.
Bake the cheesecake for 50 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door open, and let the cheesecake cool gradually for 1 hour.
Once cooled, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Once chilled, lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and slice it into squares or rectangles.
Set up a cheesecake bar by arranging the cheesecake squares on a platter along with bowls of toppings, such as fresh fruit, melted chocolate, caramel sauce, whipped cream, and crushed cookies or candies. Let guests customize their slices with their favorite toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 648.5 g | 831% | |
| Saturated Fat | 377.0 g | 1885% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2252 mg | 751% | |
| Sodium | 6191 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 898.0 g | 327% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 635.6 g | ||
| Protein | 137.0 g | 274% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 1874 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 29.4 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 2981 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
