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Christmas Cheesecake Bars Recipe

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These festive Christmas Cheesecake Bars feature a buttery sugar cookie crust topped with a creamy cheesecake layer, vibrant cherry pie filling, and a crunchy almond crumble. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these bars combine classic flavors with a delightful texture contrast for a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

Crust and Topping

  • 1 (8.5 oz) Sugar Cookie Mix
  • 4 tbsp Butter, Cold, cubed
  • 1/3 cup Almonds, Sliced

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Flour
  • 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Egg
  • 3/4 can Cherry Pie Filling (approximately 9 ounces)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8 x 8 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside.
  2. Make the Crust: In a small bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix with the cold, cubed butter using a fork to mix until the mixture becomes crumbly. Reserve 3/4 cup of this crumbly mixture for the topping.
  3. Bake the Crust: Press the remaining crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then place the pan in the refrigerator to cool quickly.
  4. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: While the crust cools, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and egg in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  5. Assemble the Bars: Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled crust, covering it completely. Spoon the cherry pie filling over the cheesecake layer and spread evenly.
  6. Add the Topping: Mix the sliced almonds into the reserved crumb mixture and then sprinkle this almond crumble evenly over the cherry pie filling layer.
  7. Bake the Bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the cheesecake layer is set.
  8. Cool and Chill: Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate until cold and firm, at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing.
  • You can substitute the cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings like blueberry or raspberry for variety.
  • Chilling the crust before adding the cheesecake layer helps prevent mixing and keeps layers distinct.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Allow the bars to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving for a softer texture.

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