Follow these steps for perfect results
pretzels
crushed into a fine powder
brown sugar
unsalted butter
melted
cream cheese
softened to room temperature
granulated sugar
lime zest
lime juice
tequila blanco
Grand Marnier
eggs
room temperature
fresh raspberries
granulated sugar
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Finely grind pretzels in a food processor until they form a fine powder.
Mix pretzel powder with melted butter and brown sugar.
Line a 9 x 13 inch pan with tin foil, ensuring the foil hangs off the sides.
Press the pretzel mixture firmly into the lined pan to form the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Remove crust from the oven and let it cool.
Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until creamy using a stand mixer.
Mix in lime juice, lime zest, tequila, and Grand Marnier until well combined.
Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
Beat in eggs one at a time, incorporating each egg fully before adding the next.
Pour the cheesecake filling on top of the cooled pretzel crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the center has a slight jiggle.
Remove from the oven and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Place the cheesecake bars in the refrigerator for at least three hours before serving.
Blend fresh raspberries and granulated sugar in a food processor until very smooth.
Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer, using a spatula to press the mixture through, to create a raspberry sauce.
Pour raspberry sauce into a squeeze bottle.
Drizzle raspberry sauce over the cheesecake bars before serving.
Cut into squares and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling.
Chill bars thoroughly before cutting for cleaner slices.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance
Drizzle with raspberry sauce and garnish with a lime wedge.
Serve chilled as a dessert.
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
The lime flavors will complement the cheesecake.
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