Luscious Lemon Bourbon Cheesecake with Caramel Drizzle and Fudge Brownie Crust

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Ingredients:

• 1 package (15.25 oz) lemon bar mix
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 3 containers (24 oz) Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1/2 cup caramel topping
• 1 cup fudge brownie pieces, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon bar mix and melted butter. Mix together until well combined and press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the bourbon until well combined.
4. Pour the cheesecake mixture into the cooled crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cheesecake is set in the middle. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before removing the springform pan.
5. While the cheesecake is cooling, melt the caramel topping in a microwave safe bowl for 30 seconds. Drizzle over the cheesecake.
6. Sprinkle the fudge brownie pieces over the top of the caramel drizzle. Serve at room temperature.