Description
Creamy, tangy cheesecake filling paired with sweet and slightly tart cranberries, swirled with melty white chocolate—perfect for festive gatherings or indulgent treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking pan with parchment paper.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create an even crust. Bake for 8 minutes and let cool.
- In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Dollop spoonfuls of cranberry sauce on top and use a toothpick or knife to create swirls.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each. Drizzle over the chilled bars.
- Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve chilled.
Notes
[‘Make sure your cream cheese, eggs, and sour cream are at room temperature for a smooth filling.’, ‘Don’t skip the parchment paper to ensure easy removal and cleanup.’, ‘Let the bars cool completely before slicing.’, ‘Chill overnight for the best texture and flavor.’, ‘Use good-quality white chocolate for a better taste.’]
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 53 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Protein: 5
Keywords: white chocolate, cranberry bars, cheesecake bars, holiday dessert, festive dessert