Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion! These Cream Cheese Lemon Bars boast a ridiculously delicious Kit Kat crust – the perfect combination of creamy, tangy, and crunchy. This recipe is a twist on a classic, guaranteed to impress your friends and family. Easy to follow instructions make this dessert perfect for both beginner and experienced bakers.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 193.5 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust

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How to Make Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Crush Kit Kat bars into fine crumbs (about 1 1/2 cups).
  3. Melt butter (1/2 cup) and mix with crushed Kit Kat crumbs until well combined.
  4. Press the Kit Kat mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. While the crust is baking, prepare the lemon filling.
  7. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese (8 ounces, softened) with sugar (1 cup) until smooth.
  8. Beat in eggs (2 large) one at a time, then stir in lemon zest (2 tablespoons) and lemon juice (1/2 cup).
  9. Pour lemon filling over the baked crust.
  10. Bake for an additional 22 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  11. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
  12. For an extra touch of elegance, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

93g

Fat

28g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust?

Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust takes about 53 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 33 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust?

Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust has approximately 193.5 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust?

The key ingredients for Cream Cheese Lemon Bars Kit Kat Crust are Kit Kat Bars, Cream Cheese, Powdered Sugar, Lemon Juice, Butter, Lemon Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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