Description
Lemon Bars are a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors, making them ideal for any occasion. With a buttery oat crust and a vibrant lemon filling, these bars are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply craving something zesty, this Lemon Bars recipe will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Enjoy them chilled with a dusting of powdered sugar or paired with fresh berries for an extra 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
- 4 large (50 grams each, out of shell) eggs
- 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 the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in rolled oats and flour until fully combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking pan.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until well beaten; then add honey, lemon zest, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, mixing until smooth. Finally, incorporate the remaining flour until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg