Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars
These Lemon Marbled Cheesecake Bars are a tangy and sweet treat perfect for any occasion. The creamy cheesecake filling swirled with bright lemon creates a stunning and delicious dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Yellow food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 ½ cups sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the graham cracker crust.
- In the remaining batter, add a few drops of yellow food coloring (if using) and stir to combine.
- Drop spoonfuls of the lemon batter over the plain cheesecake batter. Use a knife or skewer to swirl the batters together, creating a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese. Serve chilled and garnish with fresh lemon zest.
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