Description
Delicious Lemon Raspberry Bars with a buttery crust and zesty filling, perfect for sunny days and family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust by combining flour, powdered sugar, melted butter, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust for about 15-18 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the filling by whisking together the eggs and granulated sugar, then adding lemon juice and zest.
- Add the raspberries gently, folding them into the mixture.
- Pour the lemon-raspberry mixture over the baked crust and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until set.
- Cool completely in the pan, then chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
- Slice into bars and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Serve chilled alongside vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon, raspberry, dessert, bars, baking