Lemon Cream Bars

Lemon Cream Bars, a vegetarian treat that combines a creamy filling with a crumbly cake mix crust. This American classic is perfect for gatherings or a sweet afternoon snack. Note that this recipe contains eggs, dairy, and gluten, making it a delightful option for those who enjoy rich flavors.

With a refreshing citrus profile, these bars are versatile enough to serve at parties or as a simple dessert after dinner. Easily accessible through your easyChef Pro cookbook, you can create these bars with a convenient shopping list that ensures the lowest cost per serving.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make recipe from easyChef Pro!

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 15

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Overview

These Easy Lemon Bars are a delightful treat that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with a creamy filling and a crumbly cake mix crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are simple to make and sure to impress.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Eggs, Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 1 - 18.25 Ounces (oz) package lemon cake mix, packaged
• 1 - Whole egg
• 0.5 - Cups vegetable oil
• 1 - 8 Ounces (oz) package cream cheese, packaged
• 0.33 - Cups white sugar
• 1 - Tablespoon (tbsp) lemon juice

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, pour the lemon cake mix. Add the egg and vegetable oil, mixing until well blended. The mixture will be slightly dry. Reserve one cup of this mixture for the topping.
3. Pat the remaining mixture into an ungreased 9x13 inch pan to form the crust.
4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside to cool.
5. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with the white sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the baked crust.
7. Crumble the reserved cake mix mixture over the top of the cream cheese layer.
8. Bake for an additional 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the filling is set and the topping is lightly toasted.
9. Allow the bars to cool before cutting into squares. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Enjoy these delicious lemon bars as a refreshing dessert or snack!