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Keto Lemon Cheesecake Bars

By deiv3 on August 27, 2024

Ingredients

Shortbread Crust

5 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup almond flour
2 tablespoons confectioners sweetener*

Lemon Cheesecake Layer

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 egg yolk
1/3 cup confectioners sweetener*
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest

Lemon Bar Layer

3 large eggs
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoon zest
1/2 cup confectioners sweetener*
1/3 cup coconut flour

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees
Line an 8×8 pan with aluminum foil so the bars are easier to remove.
Combine the crust ingredients together and press into the bottom of the pan. Pre-bake 7 minutes until set and very lightly brown. COOL COMPLETELY before adding the next layer.
While the crust cools combine all of the lemon cheesecake layer ingredients in a blender or stand mixer. Blend until completely smooth.
Spread the cheesecake layer evenly on the COOL crust.
Lastly, in a blender or mixer combine all of the lemon bar layer ingredients and blend until smooth.
Chill the mixture 10 minutes.
Pour evenly over the top of the cheesecake layer.
Bake 20-25 minutes until set

Notes

*Confectioners Swerve or Monkfruit work well in this recipe

Nutrition Information:

Additional Insights:

Enhance Flavor with Citrus Zest: The inclusion of both lemon juice and zest in the cheesecake and bar layers ensures a vibrant and fresh citrus flavor that truly defines these bars.

Perfectly Balanced Sweetness: The combination of almond flour in the crust and the use of confectioners sweetener provides a balanced sweetness that doesn't compromise your commitment to a keto lifestyle.

Serve Chilled: For an even more delightful experience, refrigerate the bars before serving, allowing the layers to set and intensifying the overall creaminess.

Customization: Experiment with different keto-friendly sweeteners to discover your preferred level of sweetness, tailoring the recipe to suit your taste preferences.

Conclusion:

Our Keto Lemon Cheesecake Bars are not just a dessert; they are a journey through layers of exquisite flavor and texture. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while staying true to your low-carb goals, these bars stand as a testament to the fact that indulgence can be both delicious and health-conscious. Share these with friends, family, or savor them as a personal treat – either way, they are bound to become a cherished addition to your keto dessert repertoire.