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Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars

Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of butterscotch and creamy cheesecake. They are simple to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 bars
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Crust ingredients

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling ingredients

  • 1 cup butterscotch chips Melted
  • 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each) Make sure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Add one at a time

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of your prepared baking dish.

Making the filling

  • In a saucepan, melt the butterscotch chips over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  • In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir the melted butterscotch chips into the cream cheese mixture until everything is well combined.

Baking

  • Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the baking dish and spread it evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and doesn’t jiggle.

Cooling

  • Allow the bars to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting them into squares.

Notes

Store any leftover cheesecake bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil.
Keyword Butterscotch, Butterscotch Cheesecake, Cheesecake Bars, Dessert Bars, Sweet Treat