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Epic Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake Bars

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  • Author: KimEasy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 9 bars 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These raspberry lemon cheesecake bars are a vibrant, tangy-sweet treat with a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy lemon cheesecake filling, and fresh raspberry swirl – perfect for spring or summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for raspberries)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  3. Bake crust for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add sour cream, flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
  6. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and spread evenly.
  7. In a small bowl, mash raspberries with 1 tablespoon sugar. Spoon small dollops over the cheesecake filling and swirl gently with a knife or skewer.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is just set and edges are slightly puffed.
  9. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  10. Lift bars out using the parchment overhang, slice, and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
  • Fresh raspberries work best, but thawed frozen ones can be used in a pinch.
  • Chill thoroughly for clean cuts and best flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Find it online: https://newsvks.com/epic-raspberry-lemon-cheesecake-bars/