Cream Cheese Custard Bars

Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Cream Cheese Custard Bars—creamy, slightly tangy, and perfectly soft:

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Ingredients

For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1/2 cup butter, melted

For the cream cheese custard filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 2 eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup milk

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven:

   • Set oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Make the crust:

   • Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.

   • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

3. Prepare the custard filling:

   • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.

   • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.

   • Stir in vanilla and milk until fully combined.

4. Assemble and bake:

   • Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust.

   • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.

5. Cool and chill:

   • Let the bars cool at room temperature for 10–15 minutes.

   • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.

6. Serve:

   • Cut into squares and optionally dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with chocolate.

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✅ Tips:

• For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the custard.

• Use a springform pan if you want easier removal for a more elegant presentation.

• These bars keep well in the fridge for 3–4 days.

If you like, I can give you a “no-bake” version of cream cheese custard bars that’s just as creamy and perfect for summer. It sets in the fridge and takes less than 15 minutes prep.

Do you want me to give that version?