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Honey Fig Cheesecake Bars

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These Honey Fig Cheesecake Bars are a stunning dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a glossy topping of sweet figs and floral honey. Perfect for holidays, brunches, or special occasions, they’re easy to slice and serve, and sure to impress.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or digestive biscuits
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup honey (plus extra for drizzling)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup fresh or dried figs, sliced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan to form a crust. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then cool slightly.
  3. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest (if using), and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is just set and slightly wobbly.
  6. Cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Before serving, top with sliced figs and drizzle with honey.

Notes

  • If using dried figs, soak them in warm water or orange juice for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
  • Add chopped nuts to the crust for extra texture.
  • Use mascarpone in place of cream cheese for a silkier filling.
  • Store fig and honey toppings separately if freezing.
  • For a flavor twist, use orange zest instead of lemon.

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