Recipes

Guava Cream Cheese Bars

Name: Guava Cream Cheese Bars
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp. salt; 4 (8 oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 4 eggs, room temperature; 2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 (22 oz.) can Lucky Leaf Guava Fruit Filling

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Smooth, creamy cream cheese meets the tropical sweetness of guava in these irresistible Guava Cream Cheese Bars. A buttery graham cracker crust forms the base, topped with a rich layer of baked vanilla cheesecake. Once cooled, a glossy layer of luscious guava fruit filling is spread over the top, adding a burst of bright flavor and vibrant color. These bars are perfect for summer gatherings or whenever you’re craving a sweet escape.

Ingredients

Crust

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. salt

Cheesecake filling

4 (8 oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
4 eggs, room temperature
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. salt
1 (22 oz.) can Lucky Leaf Guava Fruit Filling

Directions

Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Step 2
To make the crust, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt, mixing until a crumbly dough forms. Press the dough evenly into baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from the oven.
Step 3
While crust is slightly cooling, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Step 4
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes, until edges puff slightly and center is just set.
Step 5
Cool completely, then spread guava fruit filling over top. Chill before serving.