Description
Cream Cheese Lemon Bars are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. With a buttery shortbread crust and a creamy lemon-infused filling, these bars offer a delightful citrus dessert that is both refreshing and satisfying. Ideal for spring gatherings, potlucks, or simply indulging at home, this easy-to-make recipe guarantees smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- Powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, blend flour, granulated sugar, salt, and chilled butter until fine crumbs form. Press into the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Add flour, powdered sugar, lemon juice, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until set.
- Let cool for 20 minutes at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours. Slice into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg