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Ube Cheesecake Bars

Creamy Ube Cheesecake Bars for a Sweet, Colorful Treat

Delight in the vibrant swirls of Ube Cheesecake Bars, a beautiful twist on a traditional dessert that is sure to impress your guests.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free alternatives if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be a substitute for dairy-free.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined option.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Omit if reducing sodium intake.
For the Filling
  • 16 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Low-fat cream cheese can be used, but may affect texture.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Fresh vanilla beans can enhance flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1/2 cup Ube Jam Store-bought or homemade can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Water Milk can be a creamier substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ube Extract Using both jam and extract gives balanced taste.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • stand mixer
  • 8x8 Baking Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 baking pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse graham cracker crumbs in a food processor. Mix with melted butter, sugar, and salt until wet sand texture. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Lower oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, about 3-4 minutes, then scrape down the sides.
  4. Add sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Mix thoroughly, then add eggs one at a time on low speed to avoid overmixing.
  5. Whisk ube jam with hot water in a separate bowl. Fold a portion of cheesecake batter into the ube mixture to create swirls.
  6. Pour the white cheesecake batter over the crust. Dollop with purple ube mixture and gently swirl together.
  7. Bake for 40-50 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let bars cool inside for 20 minutes.
  8. Cool to room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow ingredients to reach room temperature before mixing. Use a sharp knife for cutting. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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