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 topped with a crunchy almond streusel. 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 teeth into a luscious cheesecake layer, made with smooth cream cheese and a hint of almond extract, perfectly complemented by the sweet and tangy cherry topping. The buttery cookie base adds a delightful texture, while the almond streusel topping provides a satisfying crunch that elevates each bite. With just the right balance of sweetness and richness, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Not only are they delicious, but they are also easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and common ingredients. In about four hours, you can create a stunning dessert that serves 24 people, making it ideal for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings. Plus, with each bar containing only 245 calories, you can enjoy a guilt-free treat. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake these scrumptious Almond Streusel-Cherry Cheesecake Bars that will leave your guests raving!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.5 cup almonds sliced
  • 0.3 cup butter cold
  • 21 oz cherry pie filling canned
  • oz cream cheese (half of 8-oz package)
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened (20 oz)
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • pouch sugar cookie mix (1 lb 1.5 oz)

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. 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:244.55kcal
12.23%
Fat:12.49g
19.21%
Saturated Fat:5.36g
33.5%
Carbohydrates:30.33g
10.11%
Net Carbohydrates:29.92g
10.88%
Sugar:14.76g
16.4%
Cholesterol:37.5mg
12.5%
Sodium:165.28mg
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%