Easy Lemon Cheesecake Bars
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Easy Lemon Cheesecake Bars
Description
The Easy Lemon Cheesecake Bars bring together a simple cake mix crust and a creamy cream cheese and lemon filling. The crust is made by blending cake mix with egg and oil, then partially baked before spreading the smooth cream cheese mixture over it. The reserved cake mix acts as a crumb topping, giving a slight crunch when baked further.
The lemon juice in the filling adds fresh citrus flavor that balances the sweet, creamy texture. Baking times ensure the filling sets properly while the topping toasts lightly, resulting in bars that slice cleanly once cooled and refrigerated.
The bars can be served chilled as a bright dessert or snack. They pair well with tea or coffee and provide a pleasing contrast of creamy and crumbly layers. The recipe calls for standard baking equipment and ingredients, keeping it accessible for home cooks.
Tips include lining the baking dish with parchment for easy removal and slicing, and using light cream cheese for a lighter version. Leftovers should be stored refrigerated and can last about a week.
Ingredients
- 1 lemon cake mix 15.25 oz package
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 cream cheese softened, 8 oz packages
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pour cake mix into a large bowl. Add the egg and oil; mix until well blended. Mixture will be slightly dry. Reserve about 3/4 cup for the topping, and pat the rest into a 9x13 inch pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside to cool.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Spread the mixture evenly over the baked crust. Crumble the reserved cake mix mixture over the top.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until filling is set and the topping is lightly toasted. Cool before cutting into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.
Notes
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper extending over edges to easily lift the bars out for cooling and slicing.
- You can substitute light cream cheese to reduce fat content without greatly affecting texture.
- Store leftover bars in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days to maintain freshness and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 61mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 396IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 97mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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