Description
Lemon Crumb Bars are a refreshing dessert that perfectly combines sweet and tangy flavors. With a buttery crumb crust topped with a luscious lemon filling, these bars bring sunshine to any occasion. Easy to prepare, they are ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings, or a delightful treat on a cozy afternoon. Indulge in the bright citrus flavor and impress your guests with this visually appealing and delicious dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 large fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and granulated sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture is crumbly. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, and baking powder until smooth. Pour over the baked crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 20-25 minutes until set.
- Let cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, cut into squares, and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (55g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg