Lemon Crumb Bars: Bright, Buttery, and Effortlessly Delicious
Delight in the vibrant flavor of these lemon crumb bars, combining a buttery base with a bright citrus filling for a perfect dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, butter, sugar, and salt until crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon juice, eggs, and lemon zest. Pour over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of the lemon layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until set and golden.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, add more sugar to the lemon mixture.
- Enjoy with powdered sugar on top for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Lemon Crumb Bars, Dessert, Easy Recipe, Citrus Dessert