Description
Cream Cheese Lemon Bars are a delectable treat that perfectly balances creamy, tangy flavors with a buttery shortbread crust. Ideal for any occasion, these bars will impress guests at spring gatherings, potlucks, or when you crave a refreshing dessert. With their vibrant lemon flavor and simple preparation method, these bars are a must-try for dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (chilled, cubed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, blend flour, sugar, and butter in a food processor until crumbly. Press mixture into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Mix in flour, lemon juice, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 30 minutes.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before chilling in the fridge for at least 4 hours. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg