Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press the crumb mixture into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. In the meantime, whisk together the egg yolk, lemon juice, granulated sugar, eggs, cream cheese, and sour cream until smooth.
4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crumb base and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly wobbly.
5. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and tangy cheesecake filling
• Buttery and crumbly base
• Refreshing lemon flavor
• Perfect for any occasion

User Comments:

• "These bars are so delicious and easy to make!"
• "I love the combination of lemon and cheesecake."
• "The base was the perfect balance of crumbly and chewy."
• "These bars were a hit at my party."
• "I will definitely be making these again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the butter is cold before using it to ensure that the crumb base is crumbly.
• Don't overbake the cheesecake filling, as it will become dry and crumbly.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting them to prevent them from falling apart.