Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars
Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars are a delightful dessert that perfectly balances creamy, rich cream cheese with the bright, tart flavor of fresh raspberries. These bars feature a buttery crust and are simple to prepare, making them perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family gathering or a sweet treat for yourself. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create an impressive dessert that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, blend melted butter and sugar until combined. Gradually add flour to form a crumbly dough; press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla.
- Gently fold in raspberries and pour over the crust in the baking pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set and slightly golden. Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg