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Chilled Lemon Cream Cheesecake Bars with fresh lemon zest on top, sliced and served on a white plate

Chilled Lemon Cream Cheesecake Bars Recipe

These Chilled Lemon Cream Cheesecake Bars are the perfect make-ahead summer dessert. Creamy, tangy, and refreshing, they combine a luscious lemon filling with a buttery graham cracker crust

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar

  • 6 tablespoons melted butter

  • Pinch of salt

For the Lemon Cream Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, salt, and melted butter. Mix until moistened.

  3. Press the mixture firmly into the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.

  4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.

  5. Add condensed milk, sour cream, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.

  6. Pour filling over cooled crust. Smooth the top.

  7. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until set.

  8. Slice into bars and serve chilled. Garnish with lemon zest or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to prevent lumps.

  • Use a sharp knife and wipe clean between slices.

  • Bars can be frozen up to 1 month. Thaw in fridge before serving.

  • Author: Hailee Nova
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Chilling Cuisine
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Bar
  • Calories: 210 kcal
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 135mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

Keywords: Chilled Lemon Cream Cheesecake Bars, lemon bars, summer cheesecake, no-bake lemon dessert