Description
Cream Cheese Lemon Bars are a delightful blend of sweet and tangy that will brighten any dessert table. With a buttery shortbread crust topped by a rich, creamy lemon filling, these bars are perfect for brunch, potlucks, or casual get-togethers. They boast a refreshing citrus flavor that’s sure to impress your guests. Easy to make and customizable with optional zest or berries, this recipe is a must-try for lemon lovers. Chill them in advance for an effortless sweet treat that’s ready when you are.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (chilled)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, salt, and butter until crumbly. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add flour, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until set.
- Cool at room temperature for 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg