Lime Cream Cheese Bars

30 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2Line a 9x13 pan with foil and spray it well.
  3. 3Press one crescent dough sheet into the pan base.
  4. 4Mix lime juice + ¾ of the zest with cream cheese + ½ cup sugar until silky smooth.
  5. 5Spread the mixture evenly onto the crescent dough.
  6. 6Layer the second dough sheet over the top, stretching it to the edges.
  7. 7Brush with melted butter.
  8. 8Sprinkle with the sugar + remaining zest mixture.
  9. 9Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
  10. 10Cool for 20 minutes.
  11. 11Lift, slice, and chill for 1 hour before serving.

Ingredients

  • Cooking spray
  • 2 (8 oz) cans crescent roll dough (Pillsbury® Recipe Creations®), divided
  • 2 limes – both zested & juiced, split for filling and topping
  • 1 (8 oz) cream cheese blocks, softened
  • 0.5 cup white sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 3 tbsp white sugar (for that sparkle on top)

Equipment

9x13 panlarge bowl

Tips

  • Chill for 1 hour before serving for best results.