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
- Preheat the oven and prepare a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Layer crescent roll dough in the baking dish, spread with a creamy mixture of lemon juice, zest, cream cheese, and sugar.
- Top with remaining dough, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with a sugar-zest mixture.
- 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