Preheat oven to 350°F, grease and line an 8-inch square pan.
In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
Add in the melted butter and vanilla extract until evenly coated.
Firmly press into the pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
In a larger bowl, whip the cream cheese until smooth.
Whisk in the sugar until fluffy.
Add in the eggs and vanilla extract until incorporated.
Mix in the sour cream, salt, and lemon zest.
Lastly, fold in the flour until combined.
Pour into the pan, and firmly tap the pan to remove air bubbles.
Put the pan into a larger pan that fits around the pan. Place on the oven rack, and add enough water to go up 1/3 up the pan.
Bake for 35-45 minutes until the cheesecake is still slightly jiggly in the center.
Once baked, open the oven door for 10 minutes before removing.
Cool for 10 minutes in the water bath, then remove and cool to room temperature.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Cut into 16 squares.
Enjoy
Creamy New Style-Cheesecake Bars https://www.closethecooks.com/2020/07/21/creamy-new-york-style-cheesecake-bars/ July 21, 2020