Delicious and Tangy Cheesecake Lemon Bars Recipe

These Cheesecake Lemon Bars are a delightful twist on traditional lemon bars, with a creamy cheesecake layer on top of a zesty lemon filling and a buttery graham cracker crust. They are perfect for any occasion and will surely satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour the mixture over the crust.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Let it cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
6. Cut into bars and serve chilled. Enjoy!

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