Description
These Lemon Crumb Bars are the ultimate sweet and tangy treat! Featuring a buttery crumb crust, a luscious lemon filling, and a golden crumb topping, they’re perfect for brunches, potlucks, or as an indulgent snack. Easy to make and utterly irresistible, these bars are guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust and crumb topping:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 large egg
For the lemon filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Make the Crust and Crumb Topping: Combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the cold butter and cut it in using a pastry blender or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Mix in the egg until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Prebake the Crust: Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the Lemon Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and flour. Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest, whisking until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble the Bars: Pour the lemon filling evenly over the prebaked crust. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake the Bars: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crumb topping is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for 1-2 hours for cleaner slices.
Notes
- Fresh Lemons Are Key: Freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest elevate the flavor!
- Chill Before Slicing: Refrigerating ensures neat, clean slices.
- Customizable Toppings: Try adding nuts to the crumb topping or a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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