White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Bars
Delight in creamy white chocolate raspberry cheesecake bars featuring a buttery crust and a luscious berry swirl, perfect for any dessert occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 6 oz white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tbsp raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined, then press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Bake crust for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in melted white chocolate and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Pour half the cheesecake batter over the crust.
- In a small bowl, gently mash raspberries with raspberry jam, then spoon dollops over the batter and swirl lightly with a knife.
- Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the top and repeat swirling with the raspberry mixture.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
- Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing into bars.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, serve chilled bars with a sprinkle of fresh raspberries or a dusting of powdered sugar.