Description
Delicious Meyer Lemon Cheesecake Bars with a buttery graham cracker crust, perfect for a refreshing dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup Meyer lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in Meyer lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the sugar according to preference.
- These bars can be topped with whipped cream or fresh berries for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg