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Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars: Light, Creamy, and Irresistible

Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert combining tangy lemon swirls and creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham crackers, crushed Or use almond flour for gluten-free option.
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted Provides rich flavor.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese, room temperature Ensure it's smooth for the filling.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust for lower sugar options.
  • 2 large Eggs, room temperature Ensure they are fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Feel free to use almond extract.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Use fresh zest for best results.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice, freshly squeezed Bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.
For the Marbling
  • 1 drop Yellow food coloring Optional for a brighter appearance.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted unsalted butter. Press this mixture into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes until lightly golden and allow to cool.
Filling
  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
  2. Gradually add sugar, then add in eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest until creamy and free of lumps.
Marbling
  1. Reserve half of the cheesecake batter in a separate bowl. Mix in lemon juice and yellow food coloring in the remaining batter.
  2. Pour the plain batter over the cooled crust and drizzle the lemon-infused batter on top. Swirl gently to create a marbled effect.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  2. Let the bars cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. Chill the crust to keep it crisp and use parchment paper for easy removal.

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