Description
Lemon Crumb Bars are a delightful dessert that combines a buttery crust, zesty lemon filling, and a crumbly topping. Each bite offers a refreshing balance of sweetness and tartness that brightens any occasion. Perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or as a simple weeknight treat, these bars are easy to prepare with just a few ingredients. You can whip them up ahead of time for last-minute entertaining or enjoy them alongside a cup of tea or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent experience. With their sunny flavor and satisfying texture, Lemon Crumb Bars are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup Fresh Lemons (for juice and zest)
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of softened unsalted butter until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice, 1 cup of sugar, 3 large eggs, 2 tablespoons of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and lemon zest.
- Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust and sprinkle the remaining crumble on top.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set and lightly browned. Let cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg