Cheesecake Lemon Bars

Cheesecake Lemon Bars are a delightful combination of creamy cheesecake and tangy lemon flavor. They are a popular dessert choice for parties and gatherings due to their refreshing taste and easy-to-eat bar form.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cheesecake Lemon Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, International Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 package Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice, flour, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and set.
7. Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar and sprinkle with lemon zest.
8. Cut into bars and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.