Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars
Indulge in a delightful treat that captures the essence of sunshine with these Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a rich lemon-infused cheesecake filling, and a crumbly topping, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re serving them at brunch, enjoying them as an afternoon snack, or finishing off dinner on a sweet note, these bars are sure to impress. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these cheesecake bars deliver big flavor without the fuss. Enjoy each bite of creamy goodness balanced with zesty lemon brightness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (2 blocks) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for the filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, flour, sugar, salt, and melted butter until crumbly. Press two-thirds into the baking dish for the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar gradually, then mix in eggs one at a time. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla until fully combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Let cool for an hour; refrigerate for at least three hours before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg