Holiday Cheesecake Bars

Celebrate the season with these indulgent Holiday Cheesecake Bars—a rich, creamy dessert that pairs a buttery graham cracker crust with a velvety cheesecake filling, finished with festive holiday sprinkles. Perfectly balanced with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, these bars are easy to make yet utterly show-stopping, making them a delightful choice for holiday gatherings or cozy festive nights. Requiring just 20 minutes of prep time and a few pantry staples, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for serving a dozen guests and can be made ahead for stress-free entertaining. Whether as a centerpiece for your dessert table or a sweet holiday treat, these cheesecake bars are destined to become a new seasonal favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups holiday sprinkles or decorations (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 0.5 cups of granulated sugar, melted butter, and ground cinnamon. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the sour cream and 0.75 cups of granulated sugar to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.

Step 6

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 7

Mix in the vanilla extract and flour, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until smooth and lump-free.

Step 8

Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature in the pan. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set.

Step 11

Once chilled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars from the pan and onto a cutting board. Slice into 12 even bars.

Step 12

Decorate with holiday sprinkles or decorations if desired, and serve chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1358.2 grams (1358.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5123

Total Fat 311.40g	399%
Saturated Fat 180.80g	904%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1190mg	397%
Sodium 3143mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 544.00g	198%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 381.30g
Protein 63.80g	128%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 836mg	64%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1013mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.5%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 41.6%