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Limoncello Cream Bars

Delightful citrus flavors combine with creamy goodness for an unforgettable treat, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter melted
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Heavy cream whipped
  • 1/2 cup Limoncello liqueur
  • 1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
For the Topping
  • 1 tbsp Lemon zest fresh
  • 1 cup Whipped cream

Method
 

Prepare the crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter and sugar. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
Mix the filling
  1. In another bowl, blend cream cheese, powdered sugar, and limoncello until smooth and creamy.
Spread the filling
  1. Once the crust has cooled slightly, pour the limoncello filling over it, smoothing it into an even layer.
Chill the bars
  1. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Cut and serve
  1. Once set, slice into squares for serving. Garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Top with fresh berries for added color and flavor.

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