Ingredients for Strawberry Filled Lemon Cream Cheese Bars
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How to Make Strawberry Filled Lemon Cream Cheese Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix, 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, and 1/2 cup slivered almonds. Using a pastry blender or fork, cut the butter into the cake mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture for topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a separate bowl, gently stir 1 (10-ounce) jar of strawberry preserves until smooth.
- Spread the strawberry preserves evenly over the crust.
- In the same large bowl (after removing the reserved crumb mixture), beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 large egg until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in 1/4 cup margarita mix (pre-made, from store). Beat on low speed until just combined.
- Carefully pour the cream cheese mixture evenly over the strawberry layer.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to set completely before serving.
- Cut into bars and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
26g
Fat
18g
Carbs
7g
