Description
Mandarin Orange Cheesecake Bars are a refreshing dessert that perfectly combines creamy cheesecake with the bright, zesty flavor of mandarin oranges. These bars are easy to make and visually impressive, making them an ideal treat for any occasion, from summer picnics to festive holiday gatherings. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of creamy and citrusy goodness sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ? cups graham cracker crumbs
- ? cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ? cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ? cup sour cream
- ? cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments (fresh or drained canned)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ? cup sugar until moistened. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Gradually add in ? cup sugar.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and gently fold in mandarin orange segments.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set around edges but slightly jiggly in center.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least four hours before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg