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Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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These cheesecake bars combine a creamy cheesecake base, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and chocolate-covered fresh strawberries for a rich and refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
  • 12–15 fresh strawberries, washed and dried
  • 6 oz (170 g) dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and ¼ cup sugar. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan, ensuring an even layer. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to pack it down tightly.
  4. Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
  5. Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth, about 2 minutes with an electric mixer.
  6. Add ½ cup sugar and beat until combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  7. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  8. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth and silky.
  9. Pour cheesecake batter over the crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  10. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 325°F (163°C) until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  11. Let bars cool completely at room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  12. Melt chopped chocolate with coconut oil in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  13. Dip each strawberry into melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment paper to set and chill for 15-20 minutes if desired.
  14. Lift chilled cheesecake bars out using parchment overhang and cut into squares.
  15. Top each bar with a chocolate-covered strawberry or arrange on a platter for serving.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to avoid lumps. Press crust firmly and pre-bake to prevent sogginess. Dip strawberries in chocolate just before serving to keep chocolate crisp. Chill bars overnight for best texture and flavor melding. If chocolate seizes, add a little more oil or start fresh with dry utensils.

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