Description
These Heavenly Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Bars combine a buttery shortcake crust, creamy cheesecake, and vibrant strawberry swirl. Perfect for spring and summer parties, this easy strawberry dessert recipe is a must-make for cheesecake lovers and fans of strawberry shortcake.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups chopped strawberries (fresh or frozen)
2 tbsp granulated sugar (for compote)
2 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, cook chopped strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar and cornstarch over medium heat until thick and jammy. Set aside to cool.
2. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
3. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into prepared dish to form crust. Bake for 8 minutes and let cool.
4. In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, vanilla, and heavy cream. Mix until creamy.
5. Pour cheesecake batter over cooled crust and smooth the top.
6. Spoon strawberry compote over batter and gently swirl with a knife to create a marbled look.
7. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
8. Cool completely at room temperature, then chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
9. Slice into bars, sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired, and serve chilled.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries when in season for the brightest flavor.
Don’t over-swirl the compote—leave distinct marbling for a prettier finish.
For extra indulgence, top each bar with a swirl of whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg