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 8x8-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.