True Lemon Cheese Bars
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistibly zesty True Lemon Cheese Bars! This recipe takes classic cheesecake bars to the next level with the bold, tangy flavor of True Lemon crystallized lemon packets, perfectly balanced by a rich, creamy filling nestled atop a buttery shortbread crust. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, these bars are baked to perfection and then chilled, creating a luscious texture that’s velvety smooth. Garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar and a hint of fresh lemon zest for a stunning finish. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a citrusy treat, these lemon cheesecake bars are guaranteed to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 4 packets True Lemon crystallized lemon packets
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.5 cups of powdered sugar. Stir in the melted butter until a crumbly dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove and let cool slightly.
While the crust cools, prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the True Lemon packets and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until fully incorporated.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
Chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 16 squares.
Optional: Dust the bars with powdered sugar and sprinkle with lemon zest before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.3 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.2 g | 711% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1011 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 894 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.9 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 232.3 g | ||
| Protein | 48.2 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 613 mg | 13% | |
*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.
