Description
Marbled Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars are a delightful fusion of rich cream cheese and luscious red velvet cake. These visually stunning bars are perfect for any occasion, from birthday parties to family gatherings. With their irresistible blend of flavors and textures, they’re sure to be the star of the dessert table. Easy to prepare, these bars not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also leave everyone asking for more. Experience the magic of marbling with this simple recipe that guarantees a crowd-pleasing treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter with half of the red velvet cake mix until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
- Mix cocoa powder into one-third of the cheesecake filling for marbling.
- Pour half of the plain cheesecake filling over the crust, dollop cocoa-infused cheesecake on top, then add remaining plain filling. Swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (66g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg