Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Prepare the Bottom Layer
Unroll one can of crescent dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the baking dish to form the crust.
Make the Filling
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well.
Add the Filling
Spread the lemon cream cheese mixture evenly over the bottom dough layer.
Top Layer
Unroll the second crescent dough sheet and carefully place it on top of the filling.
Add Topping
Brush melted butter over the top layer and sprinkle sugar evenly.
Bake
Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Cool and Serve
Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Tips
For stronger lemon flavor, add extra lemon zest.
Chill the bars in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours before cutting for cleaner slices.
Dust lightly with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
These bars taste even better the next day when the flavors settle.
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