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Delicious homemade Lemon Crumb Bars on a plate garnished with lemon slices.

Lemon Crumb Bars

Delightful Lemon Crumb Bars with a buttery crust and tart lemon filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For gluten-free option, substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened For dairy-free option, use a plant-based butter substitute.
Lemon Filling
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs For egg-free option, use flax eggs or applesauce.
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For topping.
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
  3. Press this crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, forming a crust.
Making the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder until smooth.
  2. Pour the lemon mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden.
  2. Allow to cool, then dust with powdered sugar before cutting into bars.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or additional lemon zest for extra flair.