Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Bars, a dessert that marries creamy cheesecake with the bright essence of oranges. Perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or whenever a sweet craving strikes, these bars feature a luscious filling resting atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Their vibrant color and zesty flavor make them an instant favorite that will have friends and family coming back for more. Easy to prepare and even easier to customize with toppings like whipped cream or fresh orange slices, these cheesecake bars are a must-try treat that promises to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- Zest of 2 fresh oranges
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease or line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2. For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press evenly into the pan and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
- 3. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add remaining sugar, sour cream, orange zest, and orange juice; mix well.
- 4. Gradually add eggs one at a time while mixing slowly to prevent lumps.
- 5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- 6. Cool completely at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before slicing.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 75g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg