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Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars

Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars Recipe
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Brighten your day with these Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars! This delightful dessert combines a rich and tangy lemon filling with a crunchy graham cracker crust, creating the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Easy to prepare, this recipe is great for any occasion, from a casual weeknight treat to a show-stopping dessert for gatherings. With minimal ingredients and a straightforward process, you’ll have a refreshing dessert that everyone will love. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack or after dinner with friends, these bars are sure to become a staple in your dessert rotation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (for the crust)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz full-fat 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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
  3. Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish.
  4. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar and eggs one at a time. Mix in lemon zest, juice, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  5. Pour filling over crust and spread evenly. Top with remaining crumb mixture.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until center is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool at room temperature for an hour, then refrigerate for at least three hours before slicing.

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