Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Directions

1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Coat the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon lemon peel in a small bowl. Stir until blended.
2. Add the melted butter; stir until the crumbs are moistened; press into the bottom of a baking pan. Process the cottage cheese, cream cheese and sour cream in food processor until smooth. Add 3/4 cup sugar, flour, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon lemon peel; process until blended.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, processing just until combined. Pour the batter over the crust. Bake for 30 minutes or until slightly puffed on the edges and set in the center. Cool on a wire rack for 30 to 60 minutes or until room temperature.
4. Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight until chilled. Cut into bars and garnish as desired.