Description
Luscious Strawberry Cheesecake Bars elevate dessert expectations with a golden Oreo crust and silky cream cheese filling. Sweet summer berries and luxurious textures invite you to savor each memorable bite of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups strawberries, diced
- 18 Golden Oreos
- 1 large egg
Crust and Topping Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 Golden Oreos, crushed
Sauce and Filling Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350°F and arrange a parchment paper liner in an 8-inch baking pan for easy removal.
- Transform Golden Oreos into fine, uniform crumbs using a food processor. Combine with melted butter and firmly compact into a smooth, even base layer. Briefly bake for 5 minutes to set the crust, then allow to cool completely.
- Create a vibrant strawberry reduction by combining diced strawberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring periodically to develop rich flavors.
- Thicken the strawberry sauce by whisking lemon juice with cornstarch, then incorporating into the simmering mixture. Continue cooking until the sauce reaches a glossy, concentrated consistency. Purée the mixture until silky smooth using a blender, then set aside to cool.
- Craft the creamy cheesecake filling by blending cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, vanilla, egg, and flour until completely smooth and free of lumps. Gently pour over the cooled crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Artfully drizzle the strawberry sauce across the cheesecake layer, creating elegant swirls using a knife or toothpick.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F and bake for 36 minutes. The center should remain slightly wobbly, indicating perfect texture.
- After initial cooling, delicately sprinkle crushed Oreos across the surface, pressing them gently to create a textured topping.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to achieve optimal set and flavor development before slicing into elegant bars.
Notes
- Choose room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth, lump-free cheesecake filling that blends perfectly.
- Crush Golden Oreos finely for a more uniform and compact crust that holds together beautifully when sliced.
- Allow the strawberry sauce to cool completely before swirling to prevent unintended mixing and maintain distinct layers.
- Wrap the baking pan with aluminum foil for easier removal and cleaner edges when cutting the bars.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute Golden Oreos with gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour-based cookies.
- Prevent cracks by avoiding overbaking and using a water bath method for more consistent, creamy texture.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 51 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 263
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 188 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg