Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Crumb Bars, where zesty lemon meets a buttery crumbly crust. These bars are perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or simply as a refreshing treat to brighten your day. With their creamy lemon filling and irresistible texture, Lemon Crumb Bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these bars can be prepared ahead of time and chilled for that perfect serving temperature. Bring a touch of sunshine to your dessert table with this delightful citrus treat!
Ingredients
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- 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ⅔ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, heavy cream, and salt until combined. Gradually whisk in lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust and sprinkle remaining crumb mixture on top. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg