Festive Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars

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Cheesecake Bars

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 full sheets)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 24 ounces (three 8-ounce packages) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Cranberry Swirl:

  • 1 (14-ounce) can Ocean Spray Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon orange zest for extra brightness

Optional Topping:

  • Whipped cream
  • Sugared cranberries
  • Extra cranberry sauce dollops

This yields about 16-20 bars in a 9×13-inch pan, perfect for a crowd.

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Make Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars

Step 1: Prepare Your Pan and Preheat the Oven

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