Description

Experience the nostalgia of summer with these luscious Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Bars. Combining a smooth, creamy cheesecake base with the vibrant flavors of fresh oranges, this dessert is sure to transport you back to carefree sunny days. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, these bars are easy to make and can be prepared in advance for ultimate convenience.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
16 oz cream cheese (softened)
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
Zest of 1 orange
½ cup fresh orange juice
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar, mixing until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in orange zest, juice, and vanilla extract.
Pour filling over crust and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Slice into bars and enjoy!

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (66g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider swapping orange zest for lemon or lime zest. Enhance sweetness by adding white chocolate chips to the filling.