Description

Indulge in the festive spirit with these Fourth of July Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars! Each bar features a luscious red velvet cake layered with a creamy cheesecake filling, creating a delightful treat that’s perfect for summer gatherings. Easy to make and visually stunning, these bars will be the star of your Independence Day celebration. Serve them chilled for a refreshing dessert that everyone will love!

Ingredients

Scale

1 box red velvet cake mix (15.25 oz)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
1/4 cup water
16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tbsp red gel food coloring

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, melted butter, and water; mix until smooth.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy, then add sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
Pour half of the red velvet batter into the prepared dish. Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over it and repeat with remaining layers.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until slightly jiggly in center. Cool completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding crushed cookies or fresh berries as toppings. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.