Strawberry Crumble Cheesecake Bars

Instructions

• For the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch square pan with foil or parchment paper.
• Combine all crust ingredients in a bowl to form a soft dough.
• Press dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for about 15 minutes or until the edges begin to turn lightly golden brown. Then, allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before continuing.
• For the cheesecake layer:: Cream together cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
• Add vanilla, egg yolk, and salt, and mix until well-combined. Set aside.
• For the strawberry layer: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until reduced and thickened. Allow to cool until at least warm before using.
• For the crumble layer: Mix all ingredients with a wooden spoon or by hand until a crumbly dough forms.
• To assemble: Pour cheesecake filling over baked crust, spreading to the edges and corners.
• Then, evenly dollop cooled strawberry filling over cheesecake filling. Do not mix.
• Finally, crumble the brown sugar crumble topping evenly over the top of the strawberry layer.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheesecake layer is set and crumble topping is lightly browned.
• Cool before serving. Enjoy!