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Black Forest Cheesecake Bars

Decadent cheesecake bars with a rich chocolate crust, creamy filling, and a sweet cherry topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup chocolate graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
Cherry Topping
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate shavings for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer.
  2. Add sour cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggles. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
Add the Cherry Topping
  1. Once the cheesecake is cooled, spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
  3. Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 25g

Notes

For best results, let the cheesecake bars chill overnight before serving.

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