Pineapple Lemon Bars

Ingredients

Graham cracker crumbs

1 1/2 cups

Unsalted butter

1/2 cup, melted

Cream cheese

8 ounces, softened

Granulated sugar

1 cup

Eggs

2 large

Lemon juice

1/4 cup, freshly squeezed

Pineapple juice

1/4 cup, preferably from fresh pineapple

Powdered sugar

for dusting

All-purpose flour

2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until well combined, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even crust.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then incorporate the lemon juice, pineapple juice, and flour, mixing until everything is well combined and the batter is smooth.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is still slightly jiggly.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the bars to fully set.
8. After chilling, dust the top with powdered sugar and cut into squares or bars for serving.