Description

These Lemon Crumb Bars combine a tangy lemon filling with a buttery crumb crust for a bright, refreshing dessert that’s perfect for spring gatherings, brunch tables, or a simple afternoon treat. The easy-to-follow recipe uses pantry staples like flour, butter, sugar, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract, delivering a sweet‑tart balance that looks beautiful on a plate and photographs wonderfully for Pinterest. Serve chilled or at room temperature for maximum flavor. Serve with tea for extra zes

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8‑inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix flour, butter, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until crumbly.
Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish to form the crust.
In another bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
Pour the lemon mixture over the crust and spread evenly.
Crumble the remaining mixture on top of the lemon layer.
Bake for 25‑30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing.

Notes

For a firmer crust
chill the pressed crust for 10 minutes before adding the lemon topping. The bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or frozen for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 220
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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