Lemon Skyr Cheesecake Bars Delight (Printable)

Indulge in creamy lemon cheesecake bars with skyr, no baking required.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 7 oz digestive biscuits or graham crackers
02 - 2.8 oz unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Filling

05 - 14 oz Icelandic skyr (plain)
06 - 8.8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
07 - 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
08 - 4.2 oz powdered sugar
09 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
10 - Zest of 1 lemon
11 - 1 cup heavy cream, cold

→ Topping (optional)

12 - Thin lemon slices or zest
13 - Fresh berries
14 - Mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Line an 8x8 inch square baking tin with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a food processor, pulse digestive biscuits or graham crackers to fine crumbs. Add melted butter, sugar, and lemon zest; mix until evenly moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.
03 - In a large bowl, combine skyr, cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
04 - In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the skyr mixture until well incorporated and no streaks remain.
05 - Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
07 - Remove from pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into bars. Garnish with lemon slices, fresh berries, or mint if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These bars are creamy and rich without weighing you down, thanks to the light skyr.
  • They offer a refreshing citrus zing that's perfect for warm afternoons or celebratory gatherings.
02 -
  • Be careful not to rush the chilling process, as the bars need time to properly set for a clean cut.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the filling to your liking by adding more powdered sugar if desired.
03 -
  • Always make sure your cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps for a smoother filling.
  • Adding a pinch of salt can enhance the flavors and balance the sweetness.
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