Description
Fourth of July Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars are a festive delight that combines the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet cake with a smooth, creamy cheesecake layer. Topped with fluffy cream cheese frosting, these bars are visually stunning and perfect for summer gatherings. Whether you’re celebrating Independence Day or hosting a family picnic, these treats are sure to impress your guests and elevate your dessert spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix red velvet cake mix, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Fold in heavy cream until well combined.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the cooled red velvet base and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Slice into squares and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg