CREAMY LEMON SQUARES
A creamy, lemon layer on a wafer cookie crust is dusted with powdered sugar and lemon zest just before serving in these light lemon bars.
Provided by Philadelphia
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese
Time 2h50m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 8-inch square baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Combine wafer crumbs, 1/2 cup flour and the brown sugar in bowl. Cut in margarine with pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 15 min.
- Meanwhile, beat Neufchatel cheese and granulated sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add eggs and 2 Tbsp. flour; mix well. Blend in 1 Tbsp. lemon peel, the lemon juice and baking powder; pour over crust.
- Bake 25 to 28 min. or until center is set. Cool completely. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and remaining 2 Tbsp. lemon peel just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 128.4 mg, Sugar 16.4 g
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Linda Heath-Smith
[email protected]Overall, these lemon squares are a great recipe. They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Muhammad Abbas Ali Rajpoot
[email protected]These lemon squares were a bit too tart for my taste, but I'm sure they would be perfect for someone who loves lemon desserts.
Bernarda Frias
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of lemon desserts, but these lemon squares were surprisingly good. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and tart.
clint waters
[email protected]These lemon squares are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and perfect for any occasion.
MOSES SSENTINDO
[email protected]I've tried many lemon square recipes, but this one is by far the best. The lemon flavor is perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing.
Jess W
[email protected]These lemon squares are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I love the combination of the creamy lemon filling and the flaky crust.
Meer Muhammad Mujtaba Khan Jamali
[email protected]I made these lemon squares for my family and they were a big hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the bright lemon flavor.
Terrance Pearson Sr
[email protected]These lemon squares are perfect for a summer party! They're light and refreshing, and everyone loves them.
brianda gonzalez
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the crust to come together, but the lemon squares turned out great in the end.
Magar Magar
[email protected]The lemon squares were a bit too sweet for me, but overall they were still good.
emmanuel gondwe
[email protected]These lemon squares were a bit too tart for my taste, but my friends loved them.
Simon Muwanga
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The lemon squares are so delicious and easy to make.
MAHIM GAMERZ
[email protected]I made these lemon squares for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.
Rafique Magsi
[email protected]These lemon squares are so good! The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and tart. I highly recommend this recipe.
Sean Kelly
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfect. The lemon flavor is just right and the texture is creamy and smooth.
Annie White
[email protected]These lemon squares were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again.