Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Cheesecake Bars
285 min.
48
79kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Lemon Cheesecake Bars, a perfect blend of tangy and creamy that will leave you craving more. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these bars are sure to impress your guests and family alike. With a zesty lemon flavor that dances on your palate, they offer a refreshing twist on traditional cheesecake.

What makes these bars truly special is their easy preparation. Using a convenient cake mix as the base, you can whip up this dessert in no time, making it an ideal choice for both novice and experienced bakers. The buttery crust provides a satisfying crunch, while the luscious cream cheese filling, enhanced with fresh lemon juice and zest, creates a smooth and velvety texture that perfectly complements the bright citrus notes.

Not only are these Lemon Cheesecake Bars delicious, but they are also a guilt-free treat, with each serving containing just 79 calories. Perfect for those who want to indulge without the extra calories, these bars can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). In large bowl, beat dry cake mix, butter and 1 of the eggs with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Press in bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch pan.
  2. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar on low speed. Stir in lemon peel and lemon juice until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup; refrigerate. Beat remaining 2 eggs into remaining cream cheese mixture on medium speed until blended.
  3. Spread over cake mixture.
  4. Bake bars 23 to 28 minutes or until set. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. Spread with reserved cream cheese mixture. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until firm. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories79kcal
Protein5.29%
Fat35.62%
Carbs59.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0.56
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.345217400271%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.09mg
Naringenin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.51kcal
3.93%
Fat:3.14g
4.83%
Saturated Fat:1.41g
8.83%
Carbohydrates:11.72g
3.91%
Net Carbohydrates:11.58g
4.21%
Sugar:7.31g
8.13%
Cholesterol:15mg
5%
Sodium:108.36mg
4.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.05g
2.1%
Phosphorus:44.22mg
4.42%
Calcium:29.38mg
2.94%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.91%
Vitamin A:120.68IU
2.41%
Folate:9.19µg
2.3%
Selenium:1.59µg
2.27%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.83%
Iron:0.28mg
1.56%
Vitamin E:0.21mg
1.38%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.28%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.1%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.1%