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Vibrant Stranger Things themed red velvet cheesecake bars, layered with deep red cake, creamy white cheesecake swirl, and charcoal-gray Demogorgon-inspired crumb topping, cut into rustic squares, served on a rustic wooden board with subtle 'Hawkins Lab' signage and dim lab lighting

Stranger Things Demogorgon Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars

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Deliciously spooky red velvet cheesecake bars inspired by Stranger Things’ Hawkins Lab and the Demogorgon, featuring layered red velvet cake, creamy cheesecake swirls, and charcoal-gray crumb topping shaped like claw marks.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cheesecake)
  • 1 large egg (for cheesecake)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cheesecake)
  • 1/2 cup crushed chocolate grahams or chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • Red food coloring for drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk, food coloring, and sour cream until smooth. Gradually fold in dry ingredients.
  4. Pour half the red velvet batter into the pan.
  5. Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon dollops over batter and swirl with a knife.
  6. Pour remaining red velvet batter on top, then swirl again gently.
  7. Mix crushed chocolate graham crumbs with melted butter. Sprinkle over batter and press lightly.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until set. Cool completely, then chill for 2+ hours before slicing.
  9. Mix lemon juice and powdered sugar for glaze; add red food coloring. Drizzle over cooled bars.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, use flax eggs, dairy-free cream cheese, and plant-based butter.
  • For an authentic Hawkins Lab vibe, add a pinch of activated charcoal to the top crumbs for extra ‘experiment gone wrong’ darkness.
  • Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 245 Kcal
  • Sugar: 19g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Find it online: https://hollywood-recipes.com/stranger-things-demogorgon-red-velvet-cheesecake-bars/

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