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Lemon Cream Cheese Bars


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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a delightful dessert experience with these Lemon Cream Cheese Bars, featuring a harmonious blend of tangy lemon zest and creamy goodness. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings, this recipe promises a tantalizing treat that’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.


Ingredients

Cooking spray

2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent roll dough

2 lemons, zested and juiced

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

½ cup white sugar

2 tablespoons butter, melted

3 tablespoons white sugar


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Layer crescent roll dough in the baking dish, spread with a creamy mixture of lemon juice, zest, cream cheese, and sugar.
  3. Top with remaining dough, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with a sugar-zest mixture.
  4. Bake until golden brown, then allow to cool and chill before serving.

Notes

Enhance this recipe by substituting sugar with Splenda and opting for low-fat cream cheese for a lighter indulgence.

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24 bars
  • Calories: 250 kcal per serving