🍰 Silky cream cheese meets rich custard in these luxuriously smooth bars with a buttery shortbread crust. Half cheesecake, half flan—this unforgettable dessert is perfect for parties, potlucks, or when you crave something decadently different.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No water bath needed – Simpler than classic cheesecake!
✔ Two irresistible layers – Creamy cheese + wobbly custard
✔ 5-star texture – Firm enough to slice, soft enough to melt in your mouth
✔ Make-ahead magic – Tastes even better chilled overnight

📝 Ingredients

For the Shortbread Crust

1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour

½ cup (100g) granulated sugar

½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Layer
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

¼ cup (50g) sugar

1 large egg