Description

Delicious Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Bars combine a buttery crust, juicy peach slices, and a creamy cheesecake layer topped with a cinnamon-spiced crumb. This dessert perfectly blends the flavors of classic peach cobbler with rich cheesecake for a crowd-pleasing treat ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Crust

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter, softened

Peach Layer

3 peaches, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced

Cheesecake Layer

12 oz cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract

Crumb Topping

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
1/4 tsp fine sea salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with foil and spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Make Crust: In a large bowl, stir together 2 cups flour, powdered sugar, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon. Add the softened butter and use a pastry cutter to combine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Bake Crust: Bake the crust for about 20 minutes or until it is set. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
Add Peach Layer: Arrange the sliced peaches evenly over the baked crust layer.
Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Layer Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake mixture evenly over the peach layer in the baking dish.
Make Crumb Topping: In another bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt. Add melted butter and stir with a fork until the mixture forms crumbs.
Add Crumb Topping: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the cheesecake layer.
Bake Bars: Bake for 45-55 minutes until the top is lightly golden brown and the cheesecake is set. A very slight jiggle in the center is okay.
Cool and Chill: Allow the bars to cool completely on the countertop. Then refrigerate for several hours or overnight until fully set before slicing and serving.

Notes

These bars can be served at room temperature, warm, or cold; they are especially delicious chilled.
Peaches can be substituted with other stone fruits like nectarines or apricots.
Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
Use fresh peaches for the best flavor; canned peaches may make the crust soggy.
If nutmeg is not desired, it can be omitted without affecting the overall flavor significantly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (1/16th of recipe)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 22 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0.2 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Peach cobbler, cheesecake bars, peach dessert, crumb topping, baked dessert, summer dessert, fruit bars