Strawberry Lemonade Cheesecake Bars

Directions

1. Step 1

   Place the crisper plate into the COSORI Air Fryer basket.

2. Step 2

   Select the Preheat function, adjust temperature to 320°F, then press Start/Pause.

3. Step 3

   Combine the graham cracker crumbs, butter, and ¼ cup granulated sugar in a medium bowl and stir together until roughly the consistency of wet sand. Pack the crumb mixture into the bottom of an 8- x 8-inch square pan so that it is roughly ¼-inch thick, using the bottom of a measuring cup to even out the edges.

4. Step 4

   Place the pan onto the preheated crisper plate.

5. Step 5

   Select the Bake function, adjust temperature to 320°F and time to 5 minutes, then press Start/Pause

6. Step 6

   Remove the crust when done and let cool slightly.

7. Step 7

   Place the filling ingredients into a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and blend on low speed until smooth. Do not overmix the batter.

8. Step 8

   Place the strawberries, cornstarch, and sugar into the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground, then add the lemon juice and water (roughly 1 to 2 tablespoons) until the sauce is pourable. Pour the sauce through a fine mesh strainer into a small saucepan.

9. Step 9

   Cook the sauce over low heat, stirring often, until it begins to thicken, then remove from heat and let cool completely.

10. Step 10

    Pour the batter over the crust slowly, then cover with aluminum foil.

11. Step 11

    Place the cheesecake onto the crisper plate.

12. Step 12

    Select the Bake function, adjust temperature to 310°F and time to 12 minutes, then press Start/Pause.

13. Step 13

    Remove the cheesecake when done and let cool to room temperature, then cover with a layer of the strawberry sauce.

14. Step 14

    Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours before slicing into squares and serving.