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Strawberry Pie Bars

Irresistible Strawberry Pie Bars with Creamy Cheesecake Layer

These Strawberry Pie Bars combine cheesecake and strawberries in a delicious dessert that's sure to impress.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 hours
Total Time 6 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts & Sweets
Cuisine: American
Calories: 648

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup butter melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Sauce
  • 3 cups strawberries hulled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ cup light brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons cornstarch
Oatmeal Crumble Topping
  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons cold butter diced

Equipment

  • 9-inch × 9-inch baking pan
  • medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-inch × 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a medium bowl and stir together. Pour the melted butter into the bowl and mix until evenly combined.
  3. Transfer the crust mixture to the prepared baking pan and gently press the mixture into the bottom of the pan in an even layer. Bake for 8 minutes.
  4. While the crust is baking, beat together the cheesecake ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  5. Add the strawberries and lemon juice to a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes until the strawberries burst and juice starts to form.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar and cornstarch. Then stir it into the strawberry mixture and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Once the mixture has thickened and resembles pie filling, remove from heat. Set aside.
  7. Make the oatmeal crumble by combining the oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Use a pastry cutter or a fork to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles tiny pebbles.
  8. To assemble, pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked crust and spread into an even layer. Top with the strawberry sauce, spreading it out carefully. Sprinkle the oatmeal crumble over the top.
  9. Bake for 50 to 70 minutes, until the top of the crumble is golden brown.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 30 to 60 minutes. Then transfer the bars to the refrigerator to cool for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 648kcalCarbohydrates: 84gProtein: 7gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 466mgFiber: 3gSugar: 64g

Notes

These Strawberry Pie Bars are perfect for any occasion and can be customized with different crusts or toppings for added flair.

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