Lemon Cheese Bars Recipe
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Description: Indulge in the delightful combination of tangy lemon and creamy cheese with these scrumptious Lemon Cheese Bars. Perfect for dessert lovers craving a sweet and citrusy treat!
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cheese, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Egg |
| 2 | Packages cream cheese |
| 1/3 cup | Sugar |
| 1 | Lemon (juiced) |
| 1/3 cup | Vegetable oil |
| 1 | Box dry cake mix |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 153.3
- Fat: 13.5g
- Saturated Fat: 5.3g
- Cholesterol: 56mg
- Sodium: 67.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 5.7g
- Protein: 2.5g
Directions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
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Prepare Crumb Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, 1 egg, and 1/3 cup of vegetable oil. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture becomes crumbly.
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Reserve Crumb Mixture: Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for later use.
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Prepare Baking Pan: Lightly spray a 9 by 13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
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Press Crumb Mixture: Press the remaining crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a firm layer.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the crust is set and lightly golden. Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
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Prepare Filling: In another mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and remaining egg until smooth and creamy.
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Spread Filling: Spread the prepared cream cheese mixture evenly over the baked crust layer in the pan.
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Add Crumb Topping: Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer.
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Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the filling is set.
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Cool: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the Lemon Cheese Bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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Cut into Bars: Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut the bars into squares or rectangles, depending on your preference.
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Serve: Serve the Lemon Cheese Bars on a platter and enjoy the delicious blend of lemony goodness and creamy cheese with each bite!
These Lemon Cheese Bars are the perfect dessert option for any occasion, from family gatherings to potlucks. With their zesty lemon flavor and creamy texture, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
