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Crispy-Treat Cheesecake Bars

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 16 bars

Description

Crispy-Treat Cheesecake Bars are an easy no-bake dessert combining a chewy marshmallow rice base with creamy cheesecake and fresh berries. A perfect treat for any occasionโ€”try this simple recipe today!


Ingredients

  • Crispy Layer:
    โ€ข Cooking spray
    โ€ข 3 tbsp unsalted butter
    โ€ข 5 oz mini marshmallows
    โ€ข 2 tsp honey
    โ€ข 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
    โ€ข Pinch kosher salt
    โ€ข 4 cups crispy rice cereal

Cheesecake Layer:
โ€ข 1/4 oz unflavored powdered gelatin
โ€ข 2 tbsp water
โ€ข 16 oz cream cheese, softened
โ€ข 1 cup sour cream
โ€ข 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
โ€ข 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
โ€ข 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
โ€ข Pinch kosher salt
โ€ข 2 cups raspberries and blueberries


Instructions

  • Line a 9″ pan with foil and grease lightly.

  • Melt butter, add marshmallows, honey, vanilla, and salt. Stir until melted.

  • Add cereal and mix well. Press into pan and cool 20 minutes.

  • Bloom gelatin in water.

  • Beat cream cheese, then mix in sour cream, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt.

  • Melt gelatin and mix in.

  • Spread over crispy base.

  • Cover and chill 2+ hours.

  • Slice and top with berries.


Notes

Use a greased spatula to press cereal evenly. For best results, chill overnight. Store in fridge up to 5 days or freeze without fruit topping.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Protein: 3g