Lemon Cheesecake Bars
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Yield: 16 bars
Calories per Serving: 251.8
Fat: 13.7g
Saturated Fat: 4.1g
Cholesterol: 39.5mg
Sodium: 264.4mg
Carbohydrates: 29.8g
Fiber: 0.3g
Sugar: 18.5g
Protein: 3g
Rating: 5 (from 25 reviews)
Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Cheesecake, Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Cheese, Potluck, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 box lemon cake mix (dry)
- 2 eggs, divided
- 1/3 cup oil
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, 1 egg, and oil. Mix until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Reserve 1 cup of this mixture for topping later.
- Press the remaining mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
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Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
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Prepare Cheesecake Layer:
- In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and remaining egg until smooth and creamy.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the baked crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and set.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Once cooled, cut into bars of desired size.
- For best results, store the bars in the refrigerator.
Recipe Notes:
- These lemon cheesecake bars are a delightful combination of tangy lemon flavor and creamy cheesecake texture, perfect for any occasion.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- Refrigerating the bars helps them set and enhances the flavor.
Enjoy these easy-to-make lemon cheesecake bars as a sweet treat for potlucks, parties, or just a delicious dessert at home. The simplicity of using a cake mix makes them accessible even for beginner bakers, while the creamy cheesecake layer with fresh lemon juice adds a gourmet touch that everyone will love.