Although there are many different dessert choices, one that many people tend to gravitate toward is cheesecake. It just seems as if it goes with everything and you can add various toppings to make it a unique flavor. It seems as if it is the perfect way to finish a meal but now, you can take it along with you and enjoy it anytime you like.
These tequila lime cheesecake bars are the perfect way to enjoy a sweet treat on the go. It doesn’t take much work to put them together but once you have a batch ready, you will be amazed at how quickly they disappear.
Ingredients:
¼ cup butter (melted)
1¼ cup graham cracker crumbs
16-oz cream cheese (*at room temperature)
½ cup granulated sugar
4 tablespoons lime juice (approximately 2 limes)
2-4 tablespoons tequila
2 tablespoons cointreau
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 eggs (*at room temperature)
Directions:
Pre-heat oven to 350 F.
Line a 9 X 9 inch pan with aluminum foil and spray with oil.
To make crust, melt butter in a medium bowl.
Stir in graham cracker crumbs until combined. Press gently in the bottom of the foil-lined pan.
Beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add lime juice, tequila, cointreau and cream.
Mix until completely combined – make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl. Beat in eggs, one at a time.
Pour cream cheese mixture over graham cracker crust, spread into corners.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the center sets up (it should have a very slight jiggle).
Allow to cool completely in pan, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Cut into squares.