Strawberry Acai Cheesecake Bars are the ultimate way to trick yourself into eating something “healthy” while indulging. The luscious combination of creamy cheesecake, tangy acai, and sweet strawberries will have you wondering why you’ve been settling for boring desserts. These bars are just the thing to bring sophistication to your next gathering, or to feel fancy while you binge-watch Netflix. Seriously, they’re that good. Don’t worry—no one has to know you didn’t slave over a complicated recipe. Just serve them up and prepare to have people beg for the recipe. Or, maybe not, because you’ll keep it a secret.
Strawberry Acai Cheesecake Bars
These Strawberry Acai Cheesecake Bars are a dreamy, fruity twist on a classic dessert, blending cheesecake with acai and fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp acai powder or acai puree
- ½ cup strawberry puree fresh or frozen
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F and line the 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
- Mix in the Flavors:
- Add Greek yogurt, acai powder, strawberry puree, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Bake:
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust. Bake for 40 minutes, or until set. Let it cool completely.
- Chill:
- Place the bars in the fridge for at least 3 hours to set.
- Serve:
- Cut into bars and enjoy the fruity, creamy bliss.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Vitamin C: 4%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 2%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Acai Love: If you want a stronger acai flavor, bump up the acai powder. Just don’t overdo it!
- Chill Out: Make sure the cheesecake bars are fully chilled before slicing to ensure clean edges.
- Swap the Fruit: Don’t like strawberries? Swap them for raspberries, blueberries, or any berry you desire.
