Description
Creamy cheesecake meets the classic cinnamon-sugar goodness of snickerdoodle cookies in these rich and indulgent bars. A crisp graham cracker crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and a sweet cinnamon topping make them perfect for dessert tables, potlucks, or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups (126 g) graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 blocks (16 oz / 452 g) full-fat cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup (230 g) sour cream, room temperature
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- Topping:
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line or grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, 2 tbsp sugar, and melted butter. Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, 1 cup sugar, flour, vanilla, and ½ tsp cinnamon. Mix until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Pour filling over crust and smooth the top.
- In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup sugar and ½ tsp cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until edges are set and center has a slight jiggle.
- Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for 2–4 hours (or overnight) until fully set.
- Once chilled, lift out of pan and slice into bars. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use cinnamon-flavored graham crackers for the crust.
- Add a touch of citrus zest to the filling for a subtle twist.
- For clean cuts, chill thoroughly and slice with a warm knife, wiping between cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: undefined
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
