Lemon Crumb Bars: Easy and Refreshing Homemade Treats
Delight in the zesty flavors of these easy and refreshing homemade lemon crumb bars, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar, then cut in the butter until crumbly.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a touch of vanilla extract to the lemon mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg