Description
Lemon crumble bars are a delightful dessert that perfectly combine tangy lemon flavor with a buttery, crumbly crust. Each bite offers a burst of sunshine, making these treats ideal for summer picnics, gatherings, or just a sweet afternoon indulgence. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they’re sure to impress your family and friends. Follow this simple recipe to create these crowd-pleasers that taste like a slice of summer on your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in one egg until smooth dough forms; press evenly into the bottom of the baking dish.
- In another bowl, whisk together the remaining sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and two eggs until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden on top; cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg