Description
Delightful swirled lemon cheesecake bars that combine creamy richness with zesty brightness, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press into a greased 9×9-inch pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add 1 cup sugar and mix until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in lemon juice and zest until combined.
- Pour two-thirds of the filling over the crust. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining filling with an additional ¼ cup lemon juice and zest. Drizzle over the first layer and create swirls.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly wobbly. Let cool completely, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
- Cut into bars, dust with powdered sugar, and serve chilled.
Notes
For best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. Do not rush the chilling process.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, lemon, dessert, bars, summer, easy recipe