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Blackberry Honey Cheesecake Bars

  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful cheesecake bars with a creamy filling and tangy blackberry compote, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Blackberries (fresh or frozen and thawed)
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • Juice of 1/2 Lemon
  • 2 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs (about 1 1/2 sleeves)
  • 1 stick Butter (melted)
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 16 oz. Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Cane Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tsp. Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Powder
  • 3 large Eggs
  • (Optional) 1/3 cup Fresh Blackberries (sliced)

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine blackberries, honey, and lemon juice. If using fresh berries, add 2 tablespoons of water. Bring to a boil and mash the berries.
  2. Let it simmer for 6-8 minutes until juicy. Blend until smooth. (Optional) Sieve to remove seeds and let cool.
  3. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and butter a 9×13” sheet pan.
  4. In a food processor, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and honey. Press into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes while preparing the cheesecake filling.
  6. In a food processor, blend cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add eggs one at a time.
  7. Pour the mixture over the graham cracker crust.
  8. Add dollops of blackberry compote and lightly swirl with a knife. (Optional) Top with sliced fresh blackberries.
  9. Bake until set in the center, about 40 minutes. Let sit in the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight. Slice into 16-20 bars to serve.

Notes

Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream and extra blackberry compote. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: cheesecake, blackberry, dessert, easy recipe, party food

Find it online: https://sweettreatsrecipes.com/blackberry-honey-cheesecake-bars/