Description
Deliciously creamy cheesecake bars with a refreshing lemon twist, perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
- Use a knife to swirl the mixture for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon juice and zest.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Serve chilled for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg