Berry Compote Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Berry Compote Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup sugar

For the Berry Compote:

2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries)

1/4 cup sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water

For the Cheesecake Filling:

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup heavy cream, whipped

For the Topping:

1 cup whipped cream

1/2 cup crumbled graham crackers

Instructions:

Prepare the Crust:

Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the bottom of a lined 9×13 inch baking dish. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.

Make the Berry Compote:

In a saucepan, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until the berries release their juices. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and boil for 1 minute until thickened. Let cool completely.

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in whipped cream.

Assemble the Dessert:

Spread half of the cheesecake filling over the crust. Spoon the cooled berry compote over the filling. Top with the remaining cheesecake filling. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Add the Topping:

Just before serving, spread whipped cream over the top and sprinkle with crumbled graham crackers.

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