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4-Ingredient Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Hugo
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

These 4-Ingredient Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars are a simple, delicious dessert featuring a buttery crescent roll crust, a smooth and sweet cream cheese filling, and a vibrant layer of raspberry jam. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these bars are easy to prepare and make a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Crescent Roll Dough

  • 2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated crescent roll dough

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

Topping

  • 1 cup raspberry jam or preserves (seedless if preferred)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal and cleanup.
  2. Make Bottom Crust: Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, pinching the seams together to form a solid crust. If using crescent sheets, just press the sheet into an even layer.
  3. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together with a hand mixer or a sturdy whisk until smooth, creamy, and no lumps remain.
  4. Spread Cream Cheese Layer: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crescent dough layer, taking it all the way to the edges so every bite gets filling.
  5. Add Raspberry Jam: Dollop the raspberry jam over the cream cheese layer in spoonfuls, then gently spread it out into an even layer. Swirls and streaks are fine and look appealing once baked.
  6. Add Top Crust: Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and carefully lay it over the raspberry layer. You can place it in sections and gently pinch the seams together, or stretch it slightly to cover the surface to cover as much filling as possible.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and edges are set. The center may still jiggle slightly but will firm as it cools.
  8. Cool and Chill: Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set the bars, making them easier to cut.
  9. Serve and Store: Cut into 12 bars (or smaller if desired). Wipe knife between cuts for clean edges. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Use seedless raspberry jam for a smoother texture if preferred.
  • Chilling the bars after baking is essential for easier slicing.
  • These bars can be served chilled or at room temperature.
  • For cleaner cuts, warm the knife slightly or wipe between cuts.
  • Leftover bars keep well refrigerated for up to four days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars, Crescent Roll Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe, Four Ingredient Dessert, Raspberry Bars, Cream Cheese Bars

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