Cranberry Cheesecake Bar Recipe
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Cranberry Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- 2
Press the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool slightly.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Mix Cream Cheese
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- 4
Add Sugar and Sour Cream
Gradually add the granulated sugar and sour cream, mixing until completely combined and smooth.
- 5
Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla
Add the vanilla extract and eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is smooth.
- 6
Pour the Filling
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set. Remove and let cool at room temperature.
Cranberry Topping Preparation
- 7
Cook Cranberries
In a small saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Add Orange Zest
Once the cranberries begin to pop and soften, reduce the heat and add the orange zest. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- 9
Cool the Topping
Remove from heat and allow the cranberry topping to cool slightly before spreading it over the cheesecake layer.
Assembly
- 10
Assemble the Bars
Once the cheesecake layer has cooled completely, spread the cranberry topping evenly over the cheesecake.
- 11
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the bars for at least 4 hours or overnight to set. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
