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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars

Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars That Melt in Your Mouth

These Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars are a delightful way to bring sunshine into your home with a buttery crust and tangy filling.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter Plant-based butter works well for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese (full-fat) Block cream cheese yields optimal texture.
  • 2 eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest Use fresh juice and zest for the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Use fresh juice for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for topping) Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitution.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 4 tablespoons butter Use melted butter for a delightful flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 8x8-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, flour, sugar, and salt for the crust. Mix in the melted butter until it resembles wet sand, then press two-thirds into the baking dish.
  3. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, gradually add sugar, then mix in eggs, lemon zest, juice, and vanilla extract until silky smooth.
  4. Pour the lemon cheesecake filling over the crust and sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly on top.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the center is set with a slight jiggle, and the topping turns golden.
  6. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For perfectly sliced bars, chill them thoroughly and wipe your knife between cuts. To amplify the lemon flavor, consider adding more zest or lemon extract.

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