Irresistibly Sweet Lemon Crumb Bars
These Lemon Crumb Bars feature a buttery crust and a tangy lemon filling, perfectly balancing sweetness and tartness for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups ½ cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.25 teaspoon ¼ teaspoon salt
For the filling
- 1 large 1 large egg
- 1 cups 1 cup granulated sugar for filling
- 2 large 2 large eggs for filling
- 0.33 cups ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for filling
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour, ½ cup sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
Filling
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup sugar, 2 eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons flour until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust and return to the oven.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
Serving
- Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar before slicing into bars. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
These bars are best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. They can be served on their own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.