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Cheesecake Lemon Bars

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A delightful dessert featuring a creamy cheesecake layer marbled with tangy lemon filling, all on a buttery shortbread crust.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15–20 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract (if using). Pour over the baked crust.
  5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the lemon layer. Use a knife to gently swirl the two layers together for a marbled effect.
  6. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the filling is set. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

Notes

For extra lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon extract. These bars are delicious topped with fresh raspberries and a drizzle of raspberry sauce. Allow to cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.

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