Description
Looking for the best Spring Lemon Cheesecake Squares recipe? This easy and quick dessert idea is simple to prepare yet delivers bakery quality results every time. With a creamy healthy inspired lemon filling and a crisp buttery base these squares are perfect for spring parties Easter brunch baby showers and family gatherings. The recipe is beginner friendly freezer friendly and great for make ahead dessert planning. Save this simple lemon cheesecake idea for your next celebration or weekend treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and line an 8 inch square pan with parchment paper leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs butter and 2 tablespoons of sugar then press firmly into the pan and bake for 10 minutes to set the crust.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth then add remaining sugar and mix until creamy scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add eggs one at a time mixing gently then blend in lemon juice zest vanilla and cream until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust smooth the top and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the center is just set.
- Cool completely at room temperature then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing for clean edges and best texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth filling.
- Do not overmix to avoid air bubbles.
- Chill fully before cutting for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg