Description
These Peaches and Cream Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert featuring a creamy cheesecake filling topped with fresh peaches, perfect for impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (190 g) graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuit crumbs)
- 1/3 cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sour cream
- 3 large peaches, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced peaches, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon (if using), and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently, until the mixture thickens and becomes glossy (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Spoon the peach topping evenly over the cheesecake filling. Bake the assembled bars for 30–35 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the edges are slightly golden.
- Allow the bars to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until fully chilled.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can use canned or frozen peaches if fresh ones aren’t available. Be sure to drain them well before using.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg