Almond Streusel-Cherry Cheesecake Bars

Almond Streusel-Cherry Cheesecake Bars
240 min.
24
245kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Almond Streusel-Cherry Cheesecake Bars, a perfect dessert that combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the tartness of cherry pie filling, all nestled atop a buttery sugar cookie crust. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these bars are sure to impress with their beautiful layers and irresistible flavors.

Imagine sinking your fork into a luscious cheesecake layer, complemented by the crunch of sliced almonds and a sweet streusel topping that adds a delightful texture. The combination of almond extract and cherry pie filling creates a harmonious balance that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Plus, with a preparation time of just 240 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch for any occasion.

These bars not only look stunning on a dessert platter but also offer a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in, the Almond Streusel-Cherry Cheesecake Bars are a must-try for any dessert lover. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • 0.3 cup butter cold
  • oz cream cheese (half of 8-oz package)
  • 0.5 cup almonds sliced
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened (20 oz)
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon almond extract 
  •  eggs 
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  2. Place cookie mix in large bowl.
  3. Cut in butter and 4 oz cream cheese, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture is crumbly. Reserve 1 1/2 cups mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture in bottom of pan.
  4. Bake 12 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat 20 oz cream cheese, the sugar, flour, almond extract and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth.
  6. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over partially baked cookie base. Spoon pie filling evenly over cream cheese mixture.
  7. Sprinkle with reserved topping and almonds.
  8. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein5.25%
Fat45.57%
Carbs49.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.71
Glycemic Load
3.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
2.73260869021%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Catechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.57kcal
12.23%
Fat:12.49g
19.21%
Saturated Fat:5.36g
33.5%
Carbohydrates:30.33g
10.11%
Net Carbohydrates:29.93g
10.88%
Sugar:14.76g
16.4%
Cholesterol:37.5mg
12.5%
Sodium:165.3mg
7.19%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.09%
100%
Protein:3.24g
6.47%
Vitamin A:472.53IU
9.45%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.4%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.37%
Selenium:3.57µg
5.1%
Phosphorus:46.71mg
4.67%
Calcium:33.72mg
3.37%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.98%
Folate:10.16µg
2.54%
Magnesium:9.71mg
2.43%
Copper:0.05mg
2.39%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.31%
Potassium:78.33mg
2.24%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.2%
Iron:0.33mg
1.81%
Zinc:0.24mg
1.62%
Fiber:0.41g
1.62%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.59%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.45%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.25%
Vitamin C:0.9mg
1.09%