Lemon Bars

  4.2 – 6 reviews  • Easy Baking
Level: Easy
Total: 41 min
Prep: 10 min
Inactive: 1 min
Cook: 30 min
Yield: 10 to 12 servings

Ingredients

  1. 16 ounces store bought angel food cake mix
  2. 1 (22-ounce) can lemon pie filling
  3. 1 cup finely shredded coconut
  4. 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  5. 1/2 cup butter, softened
  6. 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  7. 1 teaspoon vanilla
  8. Lemon zest, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bottom Lemon Cake: In mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pie filling, and coconut. Stir until thoroughly mixed (do not add any liquid). Spread this mixture in a 10 by 15-inch baking pan. Bake for 30 minutes in a preheated 350 degree F oven. Cool.
  2. Top Creamy Frosting: Combine all ingredients until blended well. Frost the Bottom Lemon Cake. Garnish with sprinkles of lemon zest and cut into 1 1/2 by 2 1/2-inch bars. Cover and refrigerate overnight for better flavoring.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 12 servings
Calories 510
Total Fat 19 g
Saturated Fat 13 g
Carbohydrates 83 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Sugar 68 g
Protein 4 g
Cholesterol 41 mg
Sodium 390 mg

Reviews

Suzanne Turner
I’m kind of shocked over the good reviews. These are easy, yes, but they’re not very good. They have some what of an angel food texture, but with a very gummy (almost bubblegum) feel in your mouth. They are not quite as bad at room temperature. The best thing about them is the cream cheese frosting. Kids will like probably them if you need something easy to throw together.
Christopher Griffin
I love these Bars. It is my go to recipe for family and work events. I find they keep quite well….if they last that long!
Casey Nixon
These lemon bars are rich and delicious. The flavors of the lemon, coconut, and cream cheese worked perfectly together. The frosting, in particular, is addictive. Be sure to use enough lemon zest on top, to add that extra punch of flavor. They kept very well in the refrigerator for a few days.
Gary Swanson
Very, Very Good !!!!!!! One of the best Lemon Bars I’ve tried. However, they do not keep well, they get soggy.
I tried freezing and defrosting, and they still got soggy. Great flavor, but they’re best served fresh.
Mario Gallagher
These bars are definitely better the next day. They are so cool and light and this recipe make a bunch!
Blake Lee
These lemon bars were very easy to make and quite tasty. They are very rich so a small piece goes a long way! I thought they tasted better when served at room temperature rather than straight from the fridge. They stayed moist and delicious for several days.

 

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