Description
Southern comfort meets creamy indulgence in these peach cobbler cheesecake bars, blending classic cobbler charm with silky cheesecake richness. Layers of golden crust, luscious peach filling, and tangy cream cheese create a dessert that invites sweet moments of pure bliss for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 medium peaches, peeled and sliced (or 2 cups canned peaches, drained)
- 2 packs (450 g / 16 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (250 g) graham cracker crumbs
Cheesecake Base Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Seasoning and Binding Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (65 g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Instructions
- Craft a graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with melted butter and sugar, pressing the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined 9×13-inch baking vessel.
- Briefly toast the crust in a preheated 350°F oven for 10 minutes, allowing it to cool and develop a sturdy base.
- Create a velvety cheesecake filling by whipping cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth, gently incorporating eggs one at a time and infusing with vanilla essence.
- Delicately pour the cream cheese mixture over the golden crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Transform fresh peaches into a luxurious compote by simmering with brown sugar, warming spices of cinnamon and nutmeg until the fruit softens and releases its natural juices.
- Enhance the peach mixture with a cornstarch slurry, thickening the sauce to a luscious consistency and allowing it to cool slightly.
- Elegantly drizzle the spiced peach topping across the cheesecake layer, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
- Bake the assembled dessert for 25-30 minutes, watching for the cheesecake to set with a gentle wobble.
- Cool the bars completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to achieve a perfect, firm texture.
- Extract the dessert from the pan using parchment paper overhangs, slice into individual servings, and serve chilled for a refreshing treat.
Notes
- Choose ripe, sweet peaches for the most intense flavor and natural sweetness in your bars.
- Replace graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or oat-based crackers for a celiac-friendly version.
- Add a sprinkle of toasted sliced almonds or chopped pecans on top for extra crunch and nutty depth.
- Cool cheesecake completely before slicing to ensure clean, precise cuts and prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg