Butterscotch Graham Cracker Cheesecake Bars
These bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust with melted butterscotch and a smooth cheesecake filling. They are perfect for any dessert table, adding a delicious twist with a crunchy and creamy texture blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours, 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Crust:
- 11 oz butterscotch chips
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. In a saucepan, melt butterscotch chips and butter over low heat, stirring frequently. Combine with graham cracker crumbs until fully coated.
- Layer Crust: Reserve about 2/3 cup of the crumb mixture and press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Add sweetened condensed milk, egg, and vanilla, and mix until smooth. Pour over the crust.
- Bake: Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the top. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set. Allow the bars to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Notes
torage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freezing is not recommended as it can affect the texture of the cream cheese filling