Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars
Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the tangy zest of fresh lemons with rich, creamy cheesecake. Perfectly marbled for a stunning presentation, these bars are easy to make and guaranteed to impress at any gathering. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious topping of sour cream, each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Serve chilled for an unforgettable treat that will leave your guests craving more!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by lemon juice and zest.
- Pour half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust. Add dollops of remaining mixture on top and swirl for marbling.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. Cool before chilling in the fridge for at least two hours.
- Mix sour cream with vanilla extract and spread over cooled bars before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a different flavor twist, substitute lemon with lime or orange. Consider adding raspberry puree for added color and taste.