Calamansi Cheesecake Squares
Rich, creamy, and full of citrusy calamansi flavor, these luscious calamansi cheesecake bars are easy to make and delicious for after-meal dessert or anytime you need a sweet treat.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 9 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold butter
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 cup calamansi juice
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with foil, leaving about a 1-inch overhang on sides. Preheat oven to 350 F.
- 2
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Stir until well-dispersed.
- 3
Add butter and using two knives or pastry cutter, cut butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 4
Transfer graham cracker mixture into the prepared pan. Using hands, press crumbs onto the bottom of the pan. Use a flat-bottomed glass to press the mixture evenly and to ensure the crust is well compacted.
- 5
Bake for about 8 to 10 minutes.
- 6
In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar. Using a hand mixer, beat until smooth and creamy.
- 7
Add eggs, beating at low speed after each addition.
- 8
Add flour and stir well.
- 9
Add calamansi juice and baking powder. Stir until well-combined.
- 10
Pour over the crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
- 11
Bake for about 25 minutes or until the center is set.
- 12
Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until completely chilled and set.
- 13
Dust top with powdered sugar just before serving and cut into squares.