Description
Delicious lemon crumb bars that balance sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for any gathering or a sweet treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until blended and press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Bake the Crust: Bake for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the Filling: Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, eggs, baking powder, and a bit of flour until smooth.
- Combine and Bake Again: Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider using sugar substitutes, dairy-free butter, or gluten-free flour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg