Don’t you just love lemon dessert recipes in the warm weather months? I know I do, so these lemon cream bars are a summer favorite at my house, and they could very well become a favorite at your house too!
Lemon Cream Bars
Start by baking the crust, and while it’s baking, you’ll prepare the lemon pudding and get that in the fridge. Once the crust is baked and cooled, mix together the cream cheese filling ingredients, and then gently spread that on top of the crust. It’s thick, so you need to go easy.
Next you’ll pour on that deliciously tangy lemon pudding. Oooo, this is such a yummy lemon dessert recipe. I can hardly wait!
And finally you’ll swoosh a layer of Cool Whip on top. Store in refrigerator, and before serving, cut into pieces.
Lemon Cream Bars
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 1/2 sticks butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 3.4- ounce boxes lemon instant pudding
- 4 cups milk
- 8 oz container Cool Whip divided
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix flour and butter together. Press into bottom of 13 x 9-inch pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
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Prepare pudding; refrigerate to cool.
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Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar and 1/2 container of Cool Whip. Spread on cooled crust. Spread pudding over the cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining Cool Whip. Store in refrigerator.
Enjoy! The lemon cream bars are delectable.
Jenny says
Lemon bars are one of my favorites, thanks for the great recipe and sharing it at Merry Monday.
Michele @ Queenbeebaker says
These Lemon Bars look scrumptious! Going to pin and make!
Kat (The Baking Explorer) says
Oh wow they look so good!
Amy Desrosiers says
I would love to make these bars. They totally look so stinkin yummy!
Veronica Solomon says
I love lemony flavors. Sounds super yummy!
Veronica Solomon says
I love lemony flavours. Sounds super yummy!
Toughcookiemommy says
These lemon cream bars look so delicious. I’ve always been a big fan of lemon flavored desserts since I was a little girl.
AnnMarie John says
Lemon bars are delightful and I enjoy them most during the summer, not sure why! I just like citrus more during this season. I’d love to keep the recipe!
Brianne says
This looks delicious! I am so making this for summer!
Joyce Brewer says
Liz, is there still time for you to send these to me for my birthday? It should mail well by just sending it to Atlanta. Right? OMGoodness.
Adrianne Betz says
You always make the most delicious looking desserts. These lemon bars are to die for!
Rosey says
Anything lemon is good, but especially true this time of year. I don’t know why but summer and lemon definitely go hand-in-hand. My daughter is having a friend over this weekend. We’ll make these then, just because. 🙂
Louise says
Ooh, these look absolutely delicious! And I love your plates too! They’re so cute 🙂
Louise x
Tatanisha Worthey says
I remember eating these in the past, although, I never attempted to make them! You make it sound super easy! Thanks for the recipe, they look GREAT!
Our Family World says
I am going to enjoy eating that yummy lemon cream bars! The recipe is easy enough to follow and I have most of the ingredients on hand. Making this for the fam tomorrow!
Dawn Lopez says
I can totally see myself devouring a few of these lemon bars! I really love lemon flavors, especially in the summer so I have to make these for sure. I know my whole family will enjoy them!
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
This looks absolutely amazing! I love lemon cream bars but I’ve never made them at home before. I’d love to try this recipe!
Sarah says
My husband loves lemon bars! He would go crazy for these. Might have to surprise him and make these.
Amanda West says
Girl, you had me at lemon!! I can eat these all year round. Need to try these asap!!
Crystal says
My dad has the best lemon tree, and is always drowning in lemons. I need to make this to remind myself of him when I’m not able to visit.
Alicia says
ooh these look good! I’m not generally a fan of sour things but I do love lemon bars which are kind of similar so I’ll have to give these lemon cream bars a try! Thanks for sharing the recipe 🙂
Sinisa says
I never had lemon bars with cream. I will try it. Looks tasty
LaShawn says
Yummy! I love Lemon bars! It’s one of my favorite desserts Plus I love anything with lemon in it!
Myrah M Duque says
I’m drooling over here! Lemon is a favorite in my life, so I can just imagine the texture and taste of this delicious dessert.
Pam says
Oh man, these look good. Lemon desserts always scream “summer” to me, and this is no exception.
Autumn says
What a perfect summer dessert! This is a fun one to make and also to enjoy for a potluck! Thanks for the recipe – I’m sure I’ll breakdown and make it soon!
Emily says
Oh yum! This looks like the perfect summer dessert! I love having a dessert with a fruit filling, it is so refreshing and good!
kristi says
Yum. My Dad loves lemon desserts, this would be great to make for him this weekend when we visit.
Meagan says
These look so delicious. My kids may never get them because I might eat them all. 😉
Catherine Sargent says
These lemon cream bars look amazing. Lemon has always been one of my favorite desserts. I can’t wait to make this recipe.
Kathy says
I love lemon bars. These ones look so delicious too! I can’t wait to give these a try.
gingermommyrants says
I have a bake sale coming up soon. I have been looking for some new recipes to try for it. I am sure these lemon cream bars will be a big seller.
Elizabeth Lampman says
I am always looking for new lemon recipes to try. Bars are always a great idea for a delicious treat. I am sure to give these lemon cream bars a try.
Claudia Krusch says
Oh my these lemon cream bars look amazing. I am sure they will be a hit for dessert this week.
lisa says
My husband is the lemon lover in our house. I bet I’d score brownie points if these were waiting for him after work!
Cathy says
My husband has been begging me to make lemon bars lately and this recipe looks easy and sounds yummy! Maybe HE could make them himself.
Janella Panchamsingh says
I am not a huge fan of eating lemon in a dessert but this looks really delicious
Shelby Gottschalk says
Mmm… that looks SO good!! I am so gonna have to try this.
Stacie says
Your lemon cream bars look so luscious. These would be perfect for a summer party.
Tara says
You had me at lemon. I love everything lemon. These are a must make for me.
Corey | The Nostalgia Diaries says
Talk about a a blast from the past! I haven’t had lemon cream bars since my childhood… These look absolutely delicious!
Rachel Ferrucci says
Lemon is one of my favorite flavors and these look amazing. I can’t wait to try them!
Kelly Hutchinson says
I absolutely adore anything lemon flavored! This looks so delicious and so easy to make. Yes please!
Ladonna Dennis Maxwell says
These lemon bars look amazing! I will bookmark this for a desert option at our next get together!
Maureen says
You had me at lemon, these lemon cream bars look delicious. I Love the idea of making them up to have this summer season for a sweet treat!
Ellen says
Half of my family loves lemon! My son and I will make these together. They look yummy.
Mardene Carr says
Okay, I believe I can swing this one…LOL. How hard can this be? I love anything with lemon!
Kristen @ My 3 Little Kittens says
You had me at lemon. I know if I made these I would be the one eating them all up too ..HAHA….Great dessert!
Carrie Chance says
Anything lemon has always been my absolute favorite go-to flavor and I have always loved lemon bars. These look absolutely delicious and I can’t wait to make them. Yum!
Dawn Inglett says
This looks so easy! Easy desserts are always perfect in the summer. I have other things to do than slave in the kitchen.
Alicia Taylor says
This does look so summery and tasty! It’s a perfect treat
Yolanda says
I love anything with lemon and always have tons of lemons in my house so this is for me 🙂 Looks delicious and a greta summer treat. Can’t wait to make these!
Connie says
You had me at lemon… These look amazing. Can’t wait to give them a try.
Colleen Lanin says
Oh my gosh, I need these in my life immediately! I’m thinking I’ll top them off with some toasted coconut when I make them. DEE-LISH!
Lois Alter Mark says
Oh, those look delicious! There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day – although I’d be happy to have a couple on a cold winter day, too!
Neely Moldovan says
Feel free to send somet of these my way. I could really use this treat right now. Sounds sooooo refreshing!
Heather Johnson says
Your lemon cream bars sound absolutely heavenly for a hot summer day! I love how easy the recipe is to make!
Rebecca Bryant says
SO good. I enjoy a good lemon bar. I like the sweet and slightly tart combo.
Emily Erson says
I made these for my little ones’ last hockey tournament. The kids loved them. The best part was they were so easy to make. Highly recommend.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Those looks so amazing! Lemon is one of my favorite dessert flavors. I love that yummy topping on there, as well. Om nom nom.
Robin rue says
Those bars look HEAVENLY!! I love lemon flavored desserts! I need to make these and soon!!