True Lemon Cheese Bars Recipe

These irresistible lemon cheese bars were a runaway hit at our family reunion – the first dessert to disappear! Imagine a creamy, tangy lemon filling nestled in a buttery, crumbly crust. These bars are incredibly easy to make and taste even better chilled. Perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or an afternoon treat! #LemonBars #Cheesecake #DessertRecipe #EasyRecipe #BakeSale

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 170 kcal

Protein 4g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for True Lemon Cheese Bars

Lemon Cake Mix
Vegetable Oil
Eggs
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Fresh Lemon Juice

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How to Make True Lemon Cheese Bars

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 oz) lemon cake mix, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, and 1 large egg.
Beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes, until the mixture is crumbly.
Reserve 1 cup of the crumbly mixture for topping.
Press the remaining mixture into a greased 13x9 inch glass baking dish.
Bake the crust for 13-15 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.
While the crust is baking, prepare the filling: In a blender, combine 8 oz cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1 large egg.
Blend on low speed until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cooled crust.
Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the filling.
Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the topping is lightly golden brown and the filling is set.
Let cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into 24 bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

14g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make True Lemon Cheese Bars?

True Lemon Cheese Bars takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in True Lemon Cheese Bars?

True Lemon Cheese Bars has approximately 170 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for True Lemon Cheese Bars?

The key ingredients for True Lemon Cheese Bars are Lemon Cake Mix, Vegetable Oil, Eggs, Cream Cheese, Sugar, Fresh Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.