Description
Strawberry Rose Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of fresh strawberries and fragrant rose, creating a sweet and elegant treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 2 tablespoons rose water
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, strawberry puree, and rose water until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the baking pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Whip the heavy cream and spread it over the chilled cheesecake bars before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a stronger rose flavor, increase the rose water to taste.
- Fresh strawberries can be substituted with frozen ones, but ensure they are thawed and drained.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg