Sweet Milk Cheesecake Bars
These Sweet Milk Cheesecake Bars feature a creamy texture and a sweet, rich flavor, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cups ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 16 ounces 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1 cups 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cups ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove and let cool slightly.
Making the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add sweetened condensed milk and sour cream, mixing until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring full incorporation before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until well mixed.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still jiggles slightly in the center.
- Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before cutting into squares.
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Notes
To prevent cracks, avoid overmixing the filling once eggs are added. Cool in the oven for a few minutes after baking to reduce temperature shocks.