Description
Creamy, fruity, and perfectly portioned, these healthy raspberry swirl cheesecake bars combine a lighter cheesecake filling with a tangy berry swirl and wholesome crust—ideal for guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup finely ground almonds
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
- For the raspberry swirl:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- For the cheesecake filling:
- 16 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 165°C (325°F). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on two sides.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, ground almonds, melted coconut oil, honey, and salt. Press into bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
- In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, honey, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until thickened. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt and honey. Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla, cornstarch, and salt until just combined.
- Pour cheesecake filling over crust and spread evenly. Dollop raspberry mixture on top and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 38–42 minutes until center is just set. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cool for 30 minutes. Then cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate at least 3 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of honey if preferred.
- Chill thoroughly and wipe knife between cuts for clean slices.
- Swap raspberries for strawberries or blueberries.
- For a nut-free crust, use more graham cracker crumbs in place of almonds.
- Store in fridge for 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
