Tangy Raspberry Lemon Bars: Easy Recipe for a Fresh Dessert
These Tangy Raspberry Lemon Bars are a refreshing dessert that combines the tartness of raspberries with the zesty flavor of lemons, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar, then mix in the butter until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the baking dish to form a crust and bake for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt.
- Gently fold in the raspberries.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Let cool, then slice into bars and serve.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, adjust the sugar as desired.
- Can be served with whipped cream or powdered sugar on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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