Description
Experience a burst of summer with these delightful Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Bars. Each bite offers a luscious blend of creamy cheesecake and vibrant citrus flavors, reminiscent of sunny days and ice cream treats. Perfect for any occasion, from summer gatherings to cozy nights in, these bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
- Whipped cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into a parchment-lined baking pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes until golden. Cool.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add granulated sugar and sour cream.
- Mix in orange zest and juice until combined.
- Gradually add eggs one at a time on low speed.
- Pour filling over cooled crust; bake for 30-35 minutes until center jiggles slightly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg