Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1. 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2. 1/4 cup sugar
• 3. 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the Cream Cheese Layer:
• 4. 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 5. 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 6. 1 cup whipped topping

For the Lemon Layer:

• 7. 2 cups lemon pie filling (store-bought or homemade)

For Topping:

• 8. Whipped cream
• 9. Lemon slices (for garnish)
• 10. Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven: 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Crust: 2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
3. 3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even crust. Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
4. 4. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
5. 5. Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
6. 6. Spread this mixture over the graham cracker crust evenly.
7. Add the Lemon Layer:
8. 7. Pour the lemon pie filling over the cream cheese layer and spread it out evenly.
9. Bake: 8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. 9. Remove from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
10. Chill and Serve: 10. Refrigerate the lemon cream pie bars for at least 2 hours to set.
11. 11. Cut into squares, top with whipped cream, lemon slices, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
12. 12. Enjoy these bright and creamy lemon pie bars on a lazy day!

Preparation Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes | Servings: 9 bars