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Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Cheesecake Bars with Crumble Topping

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

These Lemon Cheesecake Bars combine a buttery crust, creamy lemon cheesecake layer, and golden crumble topping for the ultimate dessert. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour (for crumble topping)
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar (for crumble topping)
  • ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed (for crumble topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of flour, ½ cup of powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in ¾ cup of cold, cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  3. While the crust bakes, beat 16 ounces of softened cream cheese with ¾ cup of granulated sugar until smooth. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the baked crust.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of flour, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ cup of cold, cubed butter. Use your fingers or a fork to combine until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the cheesecake layer.
  5. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the topping is golden. Allow the bars to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
  6. Use a sharp knife dipped in warm water to slice the bars cleanly. Wipe the knife between cuts for perfect edges.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemons for the juice and zest. Chill the bars completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4

Keywords: lemon cheesecake bars, crumble topping, easy dessert, lemon dessert, cheesecake bars

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