Quick and Easy Nutty Cheese Bars
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Quick and Easy Nutty Cheese Bars, a dessert that’s as simple to make as it is delicious. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy vanilla-infused cheesecake layer, and a crunchy topping of chopped mixed nuts drizzled with honey or maple syrup, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet, creamy, and nutty. Ready in just 40 minutes (with minimal prep time), this recipe is ideal for busy bakers looking for a crowd-pleasing treat. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or quick weeknight desserts, these chilled, melt-in-your-mouth bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With keywords like “easy cheesecake bars,” “nutty dessert recipe,” and “quick sweet treats,” this recipe is designed for both flavor and convenience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 0.75 cups chopped mixed nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts, almonds)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the cream cheese mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust, spreading evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the chopped mixed nuts evenly over the cream cheese layer. Drizzle the honey or maple syrup over the nuts for added sweetness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center appears slightly jiggly.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Cut into 12 bars and serve chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 249.7 g | 320% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.7 g | 604% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 881 mg | 294% | |
| Sodium | 1971 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.7 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.0 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1291 mg | 27% | |
*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.
