The Best Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Bars – A Must-Try Dessert

The Best Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Bars – A Must-Try Dessert! 🍰

If you love creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and the sweet taste of bananas, this Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Bars recipe is for you! Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because—you’ll be making this on repeat!
🛒 Ingredients
Crust:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup sugar
6 tbsp melted butter

Cheesecake Filling:

16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 eggs
1 ripe banana, mashed
¼ cup sour cream

Strawberry Topping:

1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, chopped
¼ cup sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Crust – Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a lined 8×8-inch pan. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 10 minutes, then let it cool.

2️⃣ Prepare the Cheesecake Filling – Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and eggs one at a time. Mix in mashed banana and sour cream. Pour over the crust.

3️⃣ Bake the Cheesecake – Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

4️⃣ Make the Strawberry Topping – Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until soft. Add cornstarch mixture, stir until thickened, then cool.

5️⃣ Assemble & Serve – Spread the cooled strawberry topping over the cheesecake, slice into bars, and enjoy!