Description
These Honey and Fig Cheesecake Bars feature a sweet walnut crust and a creamy honey cheesecake layer, topped with a mosaic of fresh figs.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 10 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh figs, sliced, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- In a food processor, combine the walnuts, graham cracker crumbs, and sugar. Pulse until the mixture resembles fine sand and the walnuts are finely ground.
- Add the melted butter to the walnut mixture and pulse until the mixture is evenly moistened.
- Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the honey, vanilla extract, and salt until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the cheesecake bars for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow the bars to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.
- Once chilled, top with sliced fresh figs, arranging them in a decorative pattern.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use fresh, ripe figs for topping. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you prefer a different nut, pecans can be used instead of walnuts. Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to ensure a smooth cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 65