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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups almond flour, 1/4 cup granulated erythritol-monk fruit blend, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir in 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, until well combined. Press evenly into an 8x8-inch parchment-lined pan. Bake for 10 minutes. This forms the base for your Easy Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe.
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While the crust bakes, prepare the strawberry swirl. In a small blender or food processor, combine 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, with 2 tbsp powdered erythritol-monk fruit blend. Blend until smooth. If too thick, add 1 tbsp water. For a thicker swirl, add 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (optional).
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In a large bowl, beat 24 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened, with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add 3/4 cup powdered erythritol-monk fruit blend, beating until fully incorporated. Mix in 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
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Gently beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can introduce too much air and cause cracks in your Easy Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure a smooth batter.
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Pour the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust. Dollop spoonfuls of the strawberry swirl mixture over the cheesecake filling. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the strawberry into the cheesecake. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
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Remove the Easy Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Bars Recipe from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack at room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to fully set.
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Once thoroughly chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Slice into 9 even bars using a sharp knife. Clean the knife between cuts for neat edges. Serve cold and enjoy your delicious keto treat!