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Lemon Bar Cheesecake

Lemon Bar Cheesecake Recipe
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If you love the bright, citrusy zing of lemon bars and the rich, velvety texture of cheesecake, this Lemon Bar Cheesecake is your perfect match. It’s the best of both worlds—refreshing, creamy, and completely irresistible.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons ice-cold water
  • 4 (8-oz.) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups lemon curd, divided (store-bought or homemade)
  • Candied lemon slices (optional garnish)
  • Fresh berries (optional garnish)
  • Whipped cream (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse together flour, powdered sugar, and salt a few times to mix.
  2. Add cold butter and pulse until crumbly.
  3. Whisk egg yolks with 1 tablespoon ice-cold water and add to mixture. Process until dough forms, adding more water if needed.
  4. Shape dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 4 hours.
  5. Roll dough into a 14-inch circle and press into a greased 9-inch springform pan. Chill for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  7. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar.
  8. Add eggs one at a time, beating just until combined.
  9. Stir in vanilla extract.
  10. Pour two-thirds of batter into crust.
  11. Dollop 1 cup lemon curd over batter and swirl.
  12. Pour remaining batter on top and smooth surface.
  13. Bake for 60-70 minutes, until center is just set.
  14. Turn off oven, let cheesecake rest for 15 minutes.
  15. Run a knife around edges, cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  16. Before serving, spread remaining lemon curd on top and garnish as desired.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth filling. Chill dough before rolling to prevent shrinkage. Avoid over-mixing batter to prevent cracks. Let the cheesecake set overnight for the best flavor.

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Keywords: lemon, cheesecake, lemon bars, dessert, baking

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