Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Keto Lemon Cheesecake Bars, a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the zesty brightness of lemon. This three-layer treat features a buttery almond flour crust, a smooth lemon cheesecake middle, and a tangy lemon bar topping—perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without compromising your keto lifestyle. Whether it’s a special celebration or just a cozy night in, these bars are sure to impress with their vibrant flavor and elegant presentation. Easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion, they offer a guilt-free way to enjoy dessert while keeping it deliciously low-carb.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup confectioners sweetener
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/3 cup coconut flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, almond flour, and confectioners sweetener for the crust. Press into the bottom of the pan and pre-bake for 7 minutes.
- For the cheesecake layer, blend cream cheese, egg yolk, confectioners sweetener, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Spread over cooled crust.
- For the lemon bar layer, blend eggs, lemon juice, zest, confectioners sweetener, and coconut flour until smooth. Chill for 10 minutes before pouring over cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg