Dump-and-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Bars: Easy and Delicious!
These Dump-and-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Bars are a quick and easy dessert that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the sweet tartness of cherries, all in a simple, no-fuss recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 package (9 oz) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust evenly.
- Top with cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Feel free to substitute the cherry pie filling with other fruit fillings like blueberry or strawberry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg