*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                          Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Recipe By     : The Joy Of Cookies
Serving Size  : 24   Preparation Time :0:15
Categories    : Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
                        Crust:
   1 1/2  c             Unbleached flour
     2/3  c             Powdered sugar -- sifted
     1/4  ts            Salt
     3/4  c             Margarine -- cold
                        Filling:
   8      oz            Fat-free cream cheese --
                        - softened
     2/3  c             Granulated sugar
   3                    Egg whites -- whipped
     1/3  c             Lemon juice -- room temperature
     1/2  ts            Vanilla
                        Glaze:
   2 1/2  c             Powdered sugar -- sifted
     1/2  ts            Vanilla
   1      tb            Skim milk -- room temperature
   4      tb            Lemon juice -- room temperature

Preheat oven at 350°F. Prepare a 9x13" pan with cooking spray and
flour. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, 2/3 cup powdered sugar, and
salt. Use a pastry blender to cut in margarine until mixture
resembles coarse crumbs. Press firmly over bottom of prepared pan.
Bake 15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before topping with cheese mixture.

To Prepare Filling:

Combine cream cheese, 2/3 granulated sugar, egg whites, milk, lemon
juice, and vanilla in another mixing bowl. Pour over baked crust.
Bake for 22 to 28 minutes or until firm.

Meanwhile, To Prepare Glaze:

Combine 2-1/2 cups powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk. Add enough
lemon juice to make a thick smooth glaze. Pour glaze over cheesecake
base; smooth surface. Cover and refrigerate overnight before cutting.


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