Description
These Easy Coconut Cream Cheesecake Bars boast a rich flavor profile with coconut milk and cream cheese, topped with a fresh berry swirl. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat after dinner, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to whip up at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- pinch of salt
- 2 (8 oz) packages light cream cheese, softened (or dairy-free cream cheese)
- ½ cup full-fat canned coconut milk (shake well before using)
- â…“ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Make the berry swirl by cooking mixed berries, maple syrup, and cornstarch mixed with water over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until thickened. Lightly mash the berries and set aside to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt until resembling wet sand. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Mix well. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust. Spoon cooled berry swirl onto the filling and gently swirl with a toothpick or knife without overmixing.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the center is slightly jiggly. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight before slicing.
Notes
Make sure to shake the coconut milk well before using to ensure proper mixing.
These bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days, making them a great make-ahead dessert.
Feel free to use any berries of your choice for the swirl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg