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Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars

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Creamy lemon cheesecake bars with a buttery crust and a beautiful lemon curd swirl, offering a perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crushed biscuits or crunchy cookies (e.g., graham crackers, Biscoff, vanilla wafers)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup lemon curd (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crushed cookies, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 inch pan to form the crust.
  2. Beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add sugar and beat until combined.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract, then mix in flour until just combined.
  4. Pour cheesecake batter over the crust in an even layer.
  5. Drop dollops of lemon curd over the cheesecake batter. Using a skewer or toothpick, swirl the lemon curd through the cheesecake batter to create a marbled effect.
  6. Bake at 350°F for about 40 to 50 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

1. Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth batter.
2. Do not overmix the batter to avoid cracks in the cheesecake.
3. The lemon curd swirl can be adjusted for intensity by adding more or less curd as desired.

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