Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Bars (Printable Version)
Creamy cheesecake, Oreo crust, fresh strawberries and crunchy crumble make irresistible dessert bars.
# What You'll Need:
→ Crust
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2 cups crushed golden Oreos
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Layer
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16 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup sour cream
→ Strawberry Filling
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1 cup diced fresh strawberries
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1 cup strawberry preserves
→ Crumble Topping
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1/2 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
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1/2 cup crushed vanilla wafers
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
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Combine crushed golden Oreos with melted butter in a medium bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the base of the prepared pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then cool completely.
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and sour cream; mix until blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined after each addition.
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Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, smoothing the surface evenly.
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Dollop the strawberry preserves over the cheesecake layer and gently swirl with a knife. Fold in the diced fresh strawberries for even distribution.
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In a separate bowl, combine crushed freeze-dried strawberries, crushed vanilla wafers, and melted butter to make the crumble. Sprinkle evenly over the cheesecake mixture.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until the center is set and the top develops a light golden hue.
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Let bars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours. Once fully chilled, remove from pan using parchment overhangs and slice into bars.
# Additional Notes:
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Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to prevent lumps in the batter.