Description
Make these bright Raspberry Lemon Bars for a sweet treat. You will love the simple crust and the tangy, fresh filling. This recipe brings a taste of sunshine to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold, unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt. Use your fingers or a pastry blender to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven.
- Prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling evenly over the warm, pre-baked crust.
- Gently scatter the raspberries over the top of the filling.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. The filling should be set, and the edges lightly golden.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang.
- Once cool, cut into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For a cleaner slice, chill the cooled bars for at least one hour before cutting.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- If using frozen raspberries, do not thaw them before scattering them over the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
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