These Fiesta Cheesecake Bars are a delightful twist on traditional Mexican cheesecake, making them the perfect taco night dessert. With a creamy filling and a flavorful crust, they are an excellent addition to any fiesta food spread.
This dessert bar recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with various toppings. Ideal for taco bar dessert ideas, these sweet desserts will impress your guests and complement authentic Mexican cuisine ideas.
Delicious Fiesta Cheesecake Bars
These cheesecake bars feature a rich and creamy filling made with cream cheese, sugar, and a hint of lime, all nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. The recipe takes about 45 minutes to prepare and serves 12 people.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lime juice and zest.
- Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggles.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
- Serve: Cut into bars and serve chilled. Top with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or chocolate drizzle if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
