Step 1

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

For the shortbread layer, whisk together flour, sugar, salt. Cut butter into the flour mixture. Press into the baking dish.

Step 3

Bake 15 to 20 minutes until slightly golden. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

For the lemon curd layer, spread lemon curd evenly over the cooled shortbread layer. Let set.

Step 5

Prepare the cream cheese layer. Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add the lemon zest and juice.

Step 6

Carefully spread the cream cheese layer over the shortbread and lemon curd layer.

Step 7

Bake until the top is set about 25 to 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove from oven and let sit at room temperature for 45 minutes.

Step 9

Refrigerate for 2-2 ½  hours before cutting into bars.