Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, these Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are the ultimate treat for citrus lovers! Featuring a buttery shortbread crust, a zesty lemon filling made with fresh juice and zest, and a luscious cream cheese frosting, this dessert is a perfect marriage of tartness and sweetness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple baking steps, these bars are easy enough for beginners yet impressive enough for special occasions. The luxurious cream cheese frosting adds a velvety layer of indulgence, making these lemon bars a standout dessert. Serve them chilled for a refreshing, melt-in-your-mouth experience that’s guaranteed to please. Perfect for spring gatherings, summer parties, or anytime you crave a burst of sunshine on your plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of unsalted butter (softened), 2 cups of all-purpose flour, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt. Mix until a crumbly dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 2 cups of granulated sugar, 0.75 cups of fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Mix until smooth.
Pour the lemon mixture over the cooled shortbread crust. Bake for 20 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
While the lemon bars cool, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1.5 cups of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until light and fluffy.
Once the lemon bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Chill the lemon bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares or bars.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.5 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.5 g | 582% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1273 mg | 424% | |
| Sodium | 2238 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 831.6 g | 302% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 590.7 g | ||
| Protein | 69.3 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 443 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*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.
