Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • cooking spray
  • 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or sour cream)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 can cherry pie filling

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line an 8"x8" pan with foil and coat with cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons of sugar and melted butter.
  • Firmly press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of the pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.
  • While the crust is baking, prepare the filling.
  • Place the cream cheese in the bowl of a mixer and beat until smooth and fluffy.
  • Add the sugar, heavy cream and vanilla extract and beat until combined.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Pour the mixture over the crust.
  • Return the pan to the oven and bake for 38-40 minutes or until set and edges are light brown.
  • Cool the pan to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.
  • Cut the cheesecake into 9 or 12 squares, depending on your preference.
  • Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of cherry pie filling over each bar.
  • Serve.