Servings: 12 people
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Spatula
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper optional for easy removal
Ingredients
- 1 box lemon cake mix
- 1 large egg
- 8 tablespoons butter melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese optional for variation
- 2 large eggs for cream cheese variation
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for cream cheese variation
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons for cream cheese variation
- 1 can lemon pie filling optional for variation
- 1 package instant lemon pudding mix optional for variation
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest optional, for added flavor
- to taste powdered sugar for dusting, optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, one egg, and melted butter until well mixed.
- Press the mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until just set.
- For the cream cheese version, beat together softened cream cheese, two eggs, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust and return to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes until edges are lightly golden and center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
This recipe is highly appreciated for its ease and irresistible taste. A dessert that will showcase your baking talents!
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 3mg
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