Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Creamy Lemon Cheesecake Crumb Bars, a perfect fusion of tangy lemon and rich cream cheese layered beneath a buttery oat crumble. These bars are not only easy to make but also versatile enough for any occasion—be it a picnic, potluck, or family gathering. The creamy filling contrasts beautifully with the crumbly topping, creating an irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With their refreshing citrus flavor and satisfying texture, these bars are sure to become your go-to dessert!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups flour
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- 1 cup cold butter, sliced
- 1 ½ cups oats
- 2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a food processor, pulse together flour and brown sugar; add butter until crumbly. Mix in oats.
- Reserve 1 ½ cups of the mixture for topping and press the rest into the prepared pan. Bake for about 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add eggs one at a time, then mix in milk, vanilla, lemon juice, and zest.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and sprinkle with reserved crumbs; bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until lightly browned.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: <0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg