Ingredients

The following ingredients have 9 Servings
  • 2/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/4 cup calamansi juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • powdered sugar

Instruction

  • Line an 8 x 8 baking dish with foil, leaving about a 1-inch overhang on sides.
  • In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Stir until well-dispersed.
  • Add butter and using two knives or pastry cutter, cut butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Transfer graham cracker mixture into the prepared pan. Using hands, press crumbs onto the bottom of the pan. Use a flat-bottomed glass to press the mixture evenly and to ensure the crust is well compacted.
  • Bake in a 350 F oven for about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar. Using a hand mixer, beat until smooth and creamy.
  • Add eggs, beating at low speed after each addition.
  • Add flour and stir well.
  • Add calamansi juice and baking powder. Stir until well-combined.
  • Pour over the crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake in a 350 F oven for about 25 minutes or until the center is set.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until completely chilled and set.
  • Dust top with powdered sugar just before serving and cut into squares.