Lemon Cream Cheese Bars Recipe

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• Pinch of salt

For the filling:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened  
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar  
• 3 large eggs
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions:

Make the crust:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt.
2. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the dough into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
4. Bake in preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.

Make the filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
2. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and flour until combined.
3. Pour the filling over the hot crust.

Bake:

1. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set.
2. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Enjoy!