Easy Cream Cheese Lemon Bars
Brighten up your dessert game with these luscious Easy Cream Cheese Lemon Bars, a perfect balance of tangy citrus and creamy decadence! Featuring a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust paired with a velvety lemon-infused cream cheese filling, these bars are a delightfully simple twist on the classic lemon bar recipe. With just 15 minutes of prep time, a hint of fresh lemon zest, and a dusting of powdered sugar for a delicate finish, this recipe is as easy to make as it is irresistible. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you're craving something sweet yet refreshing, these lemon bars are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve chilled for the ultimate zesty, creamy treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 0.33 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar (0.5 cups). Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and 0.5 cups granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until the filling is fully combined and smooth.
Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggles.
Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set fully.
Before serving, sprinkle the top of the bars with powdered sugar. Cut into 9 squares and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.8 g | 301% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.3 g | 712% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1011 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 895 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.6 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.1 g | ||
| Protein | 47.6 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 696 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
