Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars Recipe – Bright, Creamy, and Easy

Sundays were always our lazy dessert days. No mixers, no timers just a craving for something sweet that didn’t take much thought. That’s where these Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars came in. A graham cracker crust, a whipped cream cheese layer, and a bright lemon topping that tastes like sunshine on a fork.

They’re creamy, tangy, and the kind of thing you chill while making dinner. We usually slice them up and serve with simple southwest cucumber salad or cheesy garlic chicken wraps when we’re keeping the kitchen cool.

Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars Recipe Guide

Ingredients Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars

For the Crust

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cream Cheese Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup whipped topping

For the Lemon Layer

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

For the Topping

• Whipped cream
• Lemon slices (for garnish)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars

Step 1: Preheat your oven
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2: Make the crust
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until fully combined. Press the mixture firmly into the base of your dish, making sure it’s even and compact. It’ll create that buttery, sweet foundation.

Step 3: Make the cream cheese layer
In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until it’s velvety smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping. This mixture is light, creamy, and forms the middle of your lemon dream.

Step 4: Add the lemon layer
Spread the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust. Pour the lemon pie filling on top and smooth it evenly across. The vibrant yellow will peek through beautifully when sliced.

Step 5: Bake, chill, and finish
Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, just until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. Before serving, add a swirl of whipped cream, lemon slices, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

This pairs like a dream with a cool scoop of easy coconut cream pie or alongside no-bake white chocolate cranberry oat clusters for an all-dessert spread.

Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars Variations

Quick Ingredient Swaps

Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars:

• No whipped topping? Use homemade whipped cream.
• No graham crackers? Sub in crushed vanilla wafers.
• Out of lemon filling? Use lemon curd or lemon pudding.
• Want it less sweet? Cut powdered sugar by half.

Simple Add-Ons

Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars:

• Mix lemon zest into the cream cheese layer.
• Add blueberries under the lemon for color.
• Sprinkle crushed lemon cookies on top.
• Freeze before baking to prep ahead.

These bars adjust easily—just like our coconut cream pie parfaits or banana pudding fluff salad. Use what’s on hand. Keep it simple.

Serving and Storing Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars

How to Serve Them

These Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars are best served cold with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh lemon slice. We love bringing them out after light dinners or with brunch on warm weekends. Want to make it a full dessert plate? Add a square alongside pineapple dream dessert or serve with chilled raspberry cheesecake cups for variety.

How to Store Them

Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars Let leftovers cool fully before storing. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze uncut bars just thaw in the fridge overnight and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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Conclusion Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars

These Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars are what dessert dreams are made of cool, creamy, and ready whenever you are. No need to fuss or bake from scratch. Just layer, chill, and let the lemony joy do the rest.

They’re one of those recipes that make it look like you tried (even if you didn’t). And honestly, that’s my favorite kind.

Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars Recipe – Bright, Creamy, and Easy

• Author: Stuffani Borjat
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
• Yield: 9 bars 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Bake
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

These Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars are cool, creamy, and no-fuss. With three layers of texture—graham crust, cream cheese, and lemon—they’re perfect for sunny weekends or easy gatherings.

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Ingredients

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1 cup graham cracker crumbs

¼ cup sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

1 cup whipped topping

2 cups lemon pie filling

Whipped cream

Lemon slices (for garnish)

Powdered sugar (for dusting)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.

2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into dish.

3. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping.

4. Spread cream mixture over crust.

5. Top with lemon pie filling and spread evenly.

6. Bake 25–30 minutes until edges are set.

7. Cool completely. Refrigerate 2 hours.

8. Garnish with whipped cream, lemon slices, and powdered sugar. Slice and serve.

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Notes

Store leftovers covered in fridge up to 4 days.

Chill fully for cleaner cuts.

Swap lemon pie filling with lemon curd if needed.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 275
• Sugar: 18g
• Sodium: 160mg
• Fat: 17g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 29g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 35mg

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