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 👩🍳
