Luscious Lemon Cheesecake Squares: A Zesty, Creamy Delight! 🍋🍰


 

If you adore the tangy-sweet magic of lemon paired with velvety cheesecake, these Lemon Cheesecake Squares are your new obsession! With a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth lemon cheesecake filling, and a bright lemon glaze, these bars are refreshing, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️

✅ Creamy & zesty – The perfect balance of sweet and tart!
✅ No water bath needed – Simple, stress-free baking.
✅ Perfect for sharing – Great for picnics, parties, or gifting.
✅ Make-ahead friendly – Chills beautifully for flawless slices.


Ingredients You’ll Need 🛒

For the Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs

  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 tbsp sugar

For the Lemon Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened

  • ⅔ cup (130g) granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • ⅓ cup (80ml) sour cream

  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)

  • ¼ cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Lemon Glaze (Optional but Recommended!):

  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

For Garnish:

  • Lemon slices

  • Whipped cream



Step-by-Step Instructions 👩‍🍳