Description
Indulge in the delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess with these irresistible Lemon Crumb Bars. Featuring a buttery crust, zesty lemon filling, and a crumbly topping, these bars are perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, potluck, or just a sweet treat at home. With their fresh citrus taste and appealing texture, they are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and customizable with toppings like powdered sugar or fresh berries, these Lemon Crumb Bars are a crowd-pleaser that you can prepare ahead of time for effortless entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, melted butter, and salt until crumbly. Reserve 1/2 cup for topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for about 12-15 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, remaining sugar, flour, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust and sprinkle reserved crumbs on top.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until filling is set and top is golden. Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg