Description
Tart Cherry Cheesecake Crumb Bars are an irresistible dessert that beautifully balances sweet and tart flavors. This delightful treat features four layers of deliciousness: a buttery crumb crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, a vibrant tart cherry layer, and a crunchy almond topping. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are easy to make and can be enjoyed fresh or stored for later. Ideal for parties, picnics, or simply indulging at home, they promise to impress family and friends alike. With their unique flavor combination and appealing appearance, Tart Cherry Cheesecake Crumb Bars are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups tart cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 12 oz cream cheese
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Unsalted butter
- Almond extract
- Baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 13×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the tart cherries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, almond extract, and salt. Cook until thickened (5–7 minutes) and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth; gradually add confectioners’ sugar and one egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; cut in butter until crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the prepared pan as the crust. Spread the cheesecake layer evenly over it.
- Top with cooled cherry filling followed by reserved crumb mixture and sliced almonds.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (80g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg