Lemon Bars with Cake Mix Recipe
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Lemon Bars with Cake Mix Recipe
Description
The recipe begins by mixing lemon cake mix with an egg and melted butter to form a smooth batter that is pressed evenly into a greased 9x13 pan. This base bakes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit until it sets and edges turn golden, forming a sturdy yet tender crust for the filling.
The filling combines cream cheese blended with additional eggs, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and lemon zest. This mixture is spread atop the baked crust, adding a creamy and zesty dimension to the dessert. Baking the filled pan again allows the filling to set firmly while maintaining softness.
The finished lemon bars are dusted with powdered sugar before serving, which complements the tartness and adds a nice visual touch. This dessert is suited for gatherings or anytime a citrus-flavored sweet treat is desired, offering a rich yet fresh lemon flavor with a soft, creamy texture contrasting the firm crust.
Ingredients
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 egg beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- powdered sugar to sprinkle
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13 pan and turn oven to 350.
- Blend cake mix, 1 egg and butter until smooth. Press into your greased 9x13 pan.
- Blend cream cheese, 2 eggs, vanilla powdered sugar and lemon zest until creamy and smooth. Spread over your the first mixture in your pan.
- Bake at 350 for 40-45 minutes or until edges are golden brown (middle may sink in a bit).
- Top with powdered sugar and ENJOY!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 12g | |
| Calories | 445kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 72g | 24% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 450mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 54g | 108% |
| Vitamin A | 550IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 118mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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