Description
Berry Oatmeal Cheesecake Bars are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and chewy oatmeal crust, generously studded with juicy berries. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or as a snack, these bars are both visually appealing and incredibly satisfying. Each bite offers a comforting blend of flavors that will impress your guests or bring joy to your personal moments. Simple to prepare and packed with vibrant ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz plain cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup berries (blueberries or raspberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Press half into the prepared pan for the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar while mixing. Incorporate eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold berries into the cheesecake mixture. Pour over the crust and sprinkle remaining oat mixture on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg