Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars
If you’re searching for a bright and refreshing dessert, look no further than these Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars! With a buttery graham cracker crust and a tangy lemon cheesecake filling, each bite is a delightful balance of sweetness and zest. Perfect for family gatherings, casual weeknights, or simply treating yourself, these bars are sure to become a beloved favorite. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they bring sunshine to any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for the crust)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter until combined.
- Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into a parchment-lined baking dish.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and eggs one at a time. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until creamy.
- Pour the filling over the pressed crust and sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature for an hour before refrigerating for at least three hours.
- Slice into squares and serve with optional powdered sugar or berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg