Lemon Crumb Bars
200kcal
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1.75 cups all-purpose flour for creating a tender, crumbly base.
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar to sweeten and balance the zesty filling.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances the flavors of the crust.
- 1 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small pieces for a rich, flaky texture.
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder helps the crust rise slightly for a delightful crumb.
For the Filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness to the tangy lemon.
- 2 large eggs provide structure and richness to the filling.
- 0.25 cups fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons) delivers that bright, refreshing flavor.
- 1 lemon lemon zest enhances the aroma and flavor intricacies.
- 0.25 cups all-purpose flour aids in giving the filling a perfect texture.
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder ensures the filling is perfectly light.
For Finishing Touches
- powdered sugar for dusting on top, adding a sweet finishing touch that’s visually appealing.
Method
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Combine in a medium bowl, 1 3/4 cups of flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir gently until evenly mixed.
- Add the cold butter pieces into the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until you achieve a coarse crumb texture.
- Reserve about 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping, and then press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Whisk together in a separate bowl, 1 cup granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, 1/4 cup flour, and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the prepared crust in the baking pan. Make sure it’s evenly spread.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the lemon filling.
- Bake in your preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool the bars in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust the cooled bars with powdered sugar before cutting them into squares.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature to enjoy the fresh, bright flavor of your Lemon Crumb Bars!
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories200kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein2gFat9gSaturated Fat6gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat2gCholesterol50mgSodium100mgPotassium50mgFiber1gSugar15gVitamin A300IUVitamin C2mgCalcium10mgIron1mg
Notes
Ensure your butter is very cold to achieve the perfect crumbly texture in the crust. Avoid overmixing the butter with the flour mixture.