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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars Recipe

Deliciously Easy Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars Recipe

This Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars recipe is a delightful dessert that combines a buttery crust with a zesty filling.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Consider gluten-free crumbs as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Don’t skip for ultimate flavor!
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens and balances flavors.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt A pinch enhances overall flavor.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Opt for full-fat block cream cheese.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest is best!
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh-squeezed creates vibrant flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract A must-have addition!
For the Topping
  • 1 cups Remaining Crumb Mixture Creates a delightful crunch on top.

Equipment

  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter and mix until resembling wet sand. Press two-thirds into the baking dish.
  3. In a mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Fold in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla until velvety.
  4. Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
  5. Bake for 30–35 minutes until edges are set but center wobbles slightly.
  6. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then chill for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

For the best taste, consume within a few days of making as flavors peak initially.

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