Description

Red, White & Blue Cheesecake Swirled Bars are the perfect summer treat, combining creamy cheesecake with vibrant swirls of raspberry and blueberry on a buttery graham cracker crust. Ideal for potlucks or backyard barbecues, these bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. Easy to make and perfect for impressing friends, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that captures the essence of summer celebrations.

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
½ cup sour cream
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a baking pan.
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
Mash raspberries and blueberries in separate bowls. Pour half the cheesecake mixture over the crust; dollop raspberry puree, then add the remaining cheesecake batter and top with blueberry puree. Swirl gently.
Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool completely before slicing.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For a richer flavor, substitute cream cheese with mascarpone. Experiment with different berries like strawberries or blackberries for unique variations. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother batter.