Cream Cheese Bars with Graham Crust

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, 65g sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan using the bottom of a measuring cup.
4. Bake for 8 minutes until the edges are golden-brown and fragrant; remove and let cool slightly.
5. Beat the softened cream cheese and 100g sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
6. Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
7. Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed just until incorporated to avoid incorporating excess air.
8. Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and slightly puffed, but the center still has a slight wobble.
10. Remove from oven and cool completely at room temperature for 1 hour.
11. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 3 hours to set the structure before lifting the parchment paper and slicing.