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Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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These cheesecake bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling with fresh strawberries, and a rich dark chocolate drizzle for a perfect dessert treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full crackers, crushed finely)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • 4 oz (115 g) dark chocolate (70% cacao recommended), chopped
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until texture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth (2-3 minutes). Add sugar and mix until incorporated.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until batter is silky and thick.
  6. Gently fold in finely chopped strawberries, being careful not to overmix.
  7. Pour cheesecake filling over cooled crust and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  9. Cool bars at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil together until smooth. Drizzle evenly over chilled bars.
  11. Lift bars from pan using parchment overhang and cut into 12 squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Bring cream cheese and eggs to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps. Pre-bake crust to prevent sogginess. Gently fold strawberries to avoid excess juice. Remove bars from oven when center jiggles to prevent cracks. Chill overnight for best texture. Add coconut oil to chocolate for a shiny finish. Use parchment paper for easy removal.

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