Tequila Lime Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Name: Tequila Lime Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CRUST:; 1-1/2 cup Pretzels, Crushed Into A Fine Powder; 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, melted; 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar; FOR THE FILLING:; 4 packages (8 Oz. Size) Cream Cheese, Softened To Room Temperature; 1 cup Granulated Sugar; 1/2 cups Lime Juice; 1 Tablespoon Lime Zest; 1/2 cups Tequila Blanco; 1/4 cups Grand Marnier; 4 whole Eggs, Room Temperature; FOR THE DRIZZLE:; 1 package (6 Oz. Size) Fresh Raspberries; 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar

Servings: persons

FOR THE CRUST:
1-1/2 cup Pretzels, Crushed Into A Fine Powder
1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, melted
3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
FOR THE FILLING:
4 packages (8 Oz. Size) Cream Cheese, Softened To Room Temperature
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1/2 cups Lime Juice
1 Tablespoon Lime Zest
1/2 cups Tequila Blanco
1/4 cups Grand Marnier
4 whole Eggs, Room Temperature
FOR THE DRIZZLE:
1 package (6 Oz. Size) Fresh Raspberries
2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar

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Note this requires a minimum of 3 hours of refrigeration time, so plan ahead!
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Start by making the pretzel crust:
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Preheat oven to 350 F.
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Mix the pretzel powder with melted butter and brown sugar. Place the crust mixture into a 9 x 13 inch pan that's been lined with tin foil. The foil should hang off the sides of the pan for easy removal! Make sure to press the mixture down firmly.
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Bake this in the preheated 350 F oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool. Keep the oven on.
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While the crust is cooling, make your filling. Again, all of the filling ingredients should be a room temperature for optimal creaminess!
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Beat cream cheese and sugar with your stand mixer until creamy. Now mix in lime juice, lime zest, tequila, and Grand Marnier. Mix until completely combined. Make sure to scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Once everything has been fully incorporated, beat in eggs one at a time. Now pour the filling on top of the crust.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes. The edges will have lightly browned and the center should have a slight jiggle. Remove from the oven and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Now, place it in the fridge for at least three hours before serving.
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The raspberry syrup:
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Blend the fresh raspberries and sugar in a food processor until very smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer. This takes a little elbow grease. Use a spatula to press the mixture through. You should end up with about 1/2 cup raspberry sauce. Place in a squeeze bottle and drizzle over the bars!
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Notes:
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1. The tequila flavor gets stronger as the days go by. I thought these were perfect on the first day, but if you really like the taste of tequila, these are great a few days later, too!
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2. Filling adapted from Sweet Peas and Saffron!

1306

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CRUST:, 1-1/2 cup Pretzels, Crushed Into A Fine Powder, 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, melted, 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar, and more.

Yes, Tequila Lime Cheesecake Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tequila Lime Cheesecake Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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