Description
These Lemon Crumb Bars are the perfect balance of tangy lemon and buttery crumb topping, making them a refreshing and indulgent treat. With a simple list of ingredients, this dessert is easy to make and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering, picnic, or just a sweet snack. The combination of the buttery crust and smooth lemon filling is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings while offering a burst of citrusy freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Add cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the filling, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, flour, and salt.
- Pour the filling over the warm crust, then sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set and the topping is golden.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- For a variation, add a lemon glaze on top for extra sweetness.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12-16
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg