Lemon Cream Cheese Bars

Experience the zesty goodness of Lemon Cream Cheese Delight Bars, a vegetarian treat that combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with a refreshing lemon flavor. This American-inspired dessert is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a sweet after-school snack. Please note, this recipe contains dairy, wheat, and eggs.

These bars feature a luscious cream cheese filling layered between flaky crescent roll dough, creating a delightful texture that’s both creamy and crispy. They are versatile enough to be served chilled or at room temperature, making them a great addition to any meal.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Overview

Lemon Cream Cheese Bars are a delightful fusion of cheesecake and cookies, offering a rich and creamy texture with a refreshing lemony twist. Perfect for sharing at potlucks, parties, or as a sweet treat after school, these bars are easy to make and guaranteed to please any crowd.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Wheat, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 2 Packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, packaged
• 1 Cup granulated sugar
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) lemon juice
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) lemon zest, zested
• 2 Cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough, packaged
• 0.5 Cup butter, melted
• 0.5 Cup granulated sugar
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) ground cinnamon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 cup of sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture, and beat until well combined.
4. Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
5. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
6. Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and lay it over the cream cheese layer.
7. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, 0.5 cup of sugar, and cinnamon. Pour this mixture over the top layer of dough.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
9. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
10. Serve and enjoy your Lemon Cream Cheese Bars!

These bars are best enjoyed chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.