Description
Lemon Bars are a delightful blend of tangy and sweet, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. These bars feature a buttery oat crust topped with a creamy lemon filling made from fresh lemon juice and zest. The bright, zesty flavor is perfect for summer picnics or cozy family gatherings, and the simple recipe allows even novice bakers to create this refreshing treat with ease. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature, dusted with powdered sugar or paired with fresh berries for an added burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (92 grams) rolled oats
- 1/4 cup (31 grams) all-purpose flour or whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional)
- 4 large eggs (50 grams each, out of shell)
- 1/2 cup (160 grams) honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (31 grams) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- For the crust, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in rolled oats and flour until combined, then press into the bottom of the prepared dish. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- For the filling, whisk eggs, honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a separate bowl. Gradually stir in remaining flour until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg