Lemon Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Craving something sweet and tangy? Try this Lemon Cheesecake Bars recipe! They're creamy, zesty, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 16 oz cream cheese two 8 oz packages, softened
- 2 eggs large
- 1 ½ tsp. lemon zest
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice fresh
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Optional
- Whipped cream for topping
- Lemon slices for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt ½ cup of butter in 30-second increments.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup of granulated sugar.
- Press this graham cracker mixture into the bottom of an 8x8 inch square pan and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
- Once removed from the oven, allow the crust to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla, and mix until well combined.
- Pour this mixture onto the prepared crust and spread it out evenly.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and slightly jiggly.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely, then refrigerate for 6-8 hours or overnight.
- Once chilled, cut into squares and serve. For an optional garnish, top with whipped cream and a fresh lemon slice.
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Notes
- When you're zesting those lemons, avoid the white pith because it is bitter. Just yellow outer layer for that bright, amazing flavor.
- Give lemons a little roll on the counter before you juice them! This helps squeeze out every last drop of juice, so you get the most zesty goodness in your bars.
Nutrition
Calories: 428kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 266mgPotassium: 114mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 1045IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg
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