Best 2 Lemon Cream Cheese Squares Recipes

Indulge in the delightful Lemon Cream Cheese Squares, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic dessert is an irresistible treat for any occasion, featuring a luscious combination of tangy lemon and creamy cheese, enveloped in a crisp and buttery crust. With its perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, this delectable creation is sure to become a favorite among dessert enthusiasts.

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LEMON CREAM CHEESE SQUARES

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Portable cheesecake, rich and tart!Adapted from the All Butter Fresh Cream Sugar Packed No Holds Barred Baking Book by Judy Rosenberg!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Cheesecake

Time 1h50m

Yield 12-16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup flour
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into 8 pieces
1 egg white, for glazing
10 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup sugar, plus
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/4 cup sour cream, plus
1 tablespoon sour cream, room temperature
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350*F. Lightly grease an 8" square baking pan with butter.
For the base:.
Process the flour and confectoner's sugar in a food processor for several seconds. Add the butter and process until the dough comes together, 20 to 30 seconds.
Pat the dough gently over the bottom of prepared pan and about 1" up the sides. Glaze it with the egg white: Pour the egg white on the dough and tip the pan from side to side so the white spreads over the surface. Pour off the excess.
Bake the base on the center oven rack until golden, about 25 minutes. Place the base in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to cool completely. Keep on the oven.
Meanwhile prepare the topping:.
Using an electric mixer on medium high speed, cream the cream cheese, sugar, and lemon zest together in a medium bowl till light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Stop the mixer once or twice to scrape the bowl with a rubber spatula.
Add the sour cream and lemon juice and beat the mixture on medium high speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Scrape the bowl.
Add the eggs and vanilla and beat on medium high speed until smooth and creamy,about 10 seconds. Spread the topping evenly over the base.
Bake the bars on the center oven rack until the top is slightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out dry, about 1 hour. If the topping bubbles up during baking, prick the bubbles with a toothpick or a thin knife.
Allow the bars to cool completely on a rack. Cut them with the point of a thin sharp knife that is dipped in hot water and wiped dry before each cut.

EASY LEMON SQUARES W/ CREAM CHEESE

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I was going through my recipes and was happy to find this. I love the lemony, creaminess of these bars.

Provided by sherry monfils

Categories Fruit Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 18.25 oz pkg yellow cake mix.
2 large eggs
1/3 c canola oil
1 8 oz pkg reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/3 c sugar
1 Tbsp lemon juice

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 350. Spray a 9 x 13" pan w/ cooking spray. In bowl, combine cake mix, 1 egg and oil, mix until crumbly. Set aside 1 cup of mix. Lightly pat remaining mix into bottom of pan, bake 15 min, or until light brown. In bowl, beat together 1 egg, cream cheese, sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Spread over baked crust. Sprinkle w/ reserved cake mix. bake 15 min or until light brown. Cool. Cut into squares.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
To make the squares extra creamy, let the cream cheese come to room temperature before mixing.
If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a 10x15 inch pan, but the squares will be thinner.
To make sure the squares are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, they're done.
For a more elegant presentation, drizzle the squares with melted chocolate or sprinkle them with powdered sugar before serving.

Conclusion:

Lemon Cream Cheese Squares are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They're creamy, tangy, and have the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Plus, they're a great way to use up leftover lemons. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these Lemon Cream Cheese Squares a try. You won't be disappointed!

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