Description
Keto lemon cheesecake bars deliver zesty, creamy indulgence without guilt. Silky smooth layers of tangy citrus and rich cream cheese create a perfect low-carb dessert that satisfies sweet cravings while keeping you on track with healthy eating goals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (96 grams) almond flour
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) lemon juice
- 5 tablespoons (75 milliliters) salted butter, melted
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- ½ cup (60 grams) confectioners sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 3 tablespoons lemon zest
Binding and Thickening Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (40 grams) coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons confectioners sweetener
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation by lining an 8×8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, ensuring smooth removal of the dessert after baking.
- Melt butter and thoroughly combine with almond flour and confectioners sweetener, creating a uniform crust mixture that will form the base of your bars.
- Gently press the crust mixture into the pan, ensuring an even distribution across the bottom surface.
- Toast the crust in the oven for approximately 7 minutes, watching for a delicate golden hue and firm texture.
- Allow the crust to reach room temperature, providing a stable platform for the subsequent layers.
- Utilize a blender or stand mixer to transform cheesecake ingredients into a velvety, homogeneous filling.
- Carefully spread the smooth cheesecake mixture across the cooled crust, maintaining a consistent layer.
- Prepare the lemon layer by blending all designated ingredients until achieving a silky consistency.
- Refrigerate the lemon mixture briefly to enhance its texture and flavor integration.
- Delicately pour the chilled lemon layer over the cheesecake, creating a harmonious two-tier dessert.
- Bake in a preheated oven, monitoring until the top layer sets and develops a subtle firmness.
- Remove from oven and permit complete cooling, allowing the bars to stabilize and develop their full flavor profile.
- Slice into neat squares, revealing the elegant layers of this keto-friendly treat.
Notes
- Store these keto lemon bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain their creamy texture and fresh flavor.
- Freezing works wonderfully; wrap individual bars in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container for convenient grab-and-go treats lasting up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 165 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg