They're every cheesecake lover's dream.
23 Creamy, Dreamy Cream Cheese Bars
Updated on Apr. 01, 2024
1/23
Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I received this recipe from a co-worker who made these heavenly bars for a potluck. Since they combine two favorite flavors—chocolate chip cookies and cheesecake—in one bite, they were a hit with our three grown children. —Jane Nolt, Narvon, Pennsylvania
2/23
Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These cheesecake bars layer a buttery pecan shortbread crust with a rich and creamy filling and sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam. For larger squares, cut into nine bars instead of 16. —Amanda Scarlati, Sandy, Utah
3/23
Bacon Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Blondies
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing better than a cookie, brownie and cheesecake mixed together, with bacon to top it off! —Katie O'Keeffe, Derry, New Hampshire
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4/23
Cardamom Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fans of cheesecake will love these bite-sized desserts. Crunchy and smooth, they're perfect for the holidays—or any other time.—Judi Oudekerk, Buffalo, Minnesota
5/23
Broadway Brownie Bars
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I named these dessert bars for Broadway because they're a hit every time I serve them. I especially like to make them as a gift for anyone with a sweet tooth! —Anne Frederick, New Hartford, New York
6/23
Strawberry-Lime Bars
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family loves fresh strawberries, so I look for different ways to use them. This tempting, yummy dessert has sweet strawberries, tart lime and salty pretzels. —Alexandra Barnett, Forest, Virginia
7/23
Ginger-Cream Bars
Total Time
40 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I rediscovered this old-time recipe recently and found it's everyone's favorite. Even 4-year-olds have asked for these frosted bars as nursery treats. —Carol Nagelkirk, Holland, Michigan
8/23
Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I won a baking contest at Purdue University with this recipe for lemon bars with cream cheese frosting. I think you’ll love the dreamy topping. —Michael Hunter, Fort Wayne, Indiana
9/23
Double-Layer Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Can't choose between chocolate and vanilla cheesecake? Have both when you make this bar recipe with two distinct layers. —Andrea Price, Grafton, Wisconsin
10/23
Nutty Cheesecake Squares
Total Time
40 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I grew up on a farm and have had a lot of good recipes handed down to me. This is one of my favorite desserts to serve when guests come over or at family gatherings and church suppers. —Ruth Simon, Buffalo, New York
11/23
Rhubarb Custard Bars
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Once I tried these rich, gooey bars, I just had to have the recipe so I could make them for my family and friends. The shortbread-like crust and the rhubarb and custard layers inspire people to find rhubarb that they can use to fix a batch for themselves. —Shari Roach, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
12/23
Triple-Chocolate Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
What could be better than a brownie crust layered with chocolate cheesecake and topped with ganache? These cheesecake bars will satisfy even the biggest chocolate lovers. —Andrea Price, Grafton, Wisconsin
13/23
Frosted Pistachio Bars
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Bar cookies are the best-so fast and easy. Go as spooky as you dare when decorating this pan for Halloween. Shannon Sheehy, Chesterfield, Virginia
14/23
Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It’s rhubarb season, so now’s the time to try this rich and tangy cheese bar. It’s bound to be a hit with the rhubarb lovers you know. —Sharon Schmidt, Mandan, North Dakota
15/23
Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 bars
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe caught my eye and was extremely popular at the annual Christmas party sponsored by our Extension Homemakers. It's a great dessert for fall.
16/23
Cranberry Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Total Time
55 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I place a pan of these bars in the teachers' lounge and come back after the last bell, the pan is always empty. I'd say that's a good thing. White chocolate chips and cranberries make them extra special. —Mirella Hackett, Chandler, Arizona
17/23
Apple Caramel Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
55 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The streusel topping that comes with this recipe for apple cream cheese bars is absolutely irresistible. If you can’t resist a “taste test” before a party, just arrange each apple bar on a serving platter and no one will know a piece is missing from the pan! —Katherine White, Henderson, Nevada
18/23
Lemon Angel Cake Bars
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A neighbor gave me this recipe years ago and it's been in flavor rotation ever since. It can be made ahead and serves a bunch, so it's perfect for parties and potlucks. —Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California
19/23
Pumpkin Dessert Bars
Total Time
55 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Put a twist on traditional pumpkin pie with this recipe. It packs the spicy pumpkin flavor you love, but in a new crowd-sized form. —Tena Huckleby, Greeneville, Tennessee
20/23
Minty Chocolate Cream Cheese Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I always looked forward to my grandma’s gooey rich cream cheese bars while I was growing up. This version includes mint, which is one of my favorite flavor add-ins. —Jill Lutz, Woodbury, Minnesota
21/23
Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves everything cheesecake. These bars combine tart cranberries and rich cream cheese, and taste even better when chilled overnight! —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah
22/23
Pumpkin Delight Magic Bars
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother never wrote down her delightful recipes, so I created this recipe as a holiday tribute to her. They're creamy, sweet and a little tart. Eat with a fork so you can scoop up all the delicious topping ingredients that might tumble off. —Lisa Glassman, Boynton Beach, Florida
23/23
Sweet Potato Cheesecake Brownies
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're looking for something other than pumpkin, these sweet potato bars are a yummy alternative. Make them ahead—they're even better refrigerated overnight. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas
