Lemon Cream Cheese Bars Recipe
These delightful Lemon Cream Cheese Bars offer a perfect combination of tangy lemon and rich cream cheese, making them a refreshing dessert. They are easy to prepare and are sure to impress your friends and family.
Equipment
- 1 9x9 inch baking pan
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer (optional)
- 1 rubber spatula
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter Softened.
- 8 oz cream cheese Softened.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 lemons zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Mix until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Gradually add granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
- Add the eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust and spread evenly.
- Bake the bars in the oven for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden at the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool to room temperature. For best results, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.
- For added flavor, you can top the bars with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
For added flavor, you can top the bars with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Feel free to experiment with other citrus flavors like lime or orange!