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Lemon Crumb Bars

Lemon Crumb Bars – Refreshingly Sweet Summer Delight

Delightful Lemon Crumb Bars bring a sweet and zesty flavor perfect for summer picnics.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
For the Lemon Filling
  • 2 large Lemons Juice and zest
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 Eggs
For the Crumb Topping
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar
  • optional to taste Powdered Sugar For dusting

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually mix in all-purpose flour until just combined, then press into the baking dish.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
  5. Pour the lemon filling over the crust evenly.
  6. Combine butter, flour, and sugar for crumb topping, then sprinkle over the lemon filling.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is set.
  8. Cool in the baking dish for at least an hour, then dust with powdered sugar and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and fresh lemon zest. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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