Lemon and Sweet Raspberry Bars
Delight in these tangy lemon and sweet raspberry bars that combine a buttery crust with a vibrant, fruity filling, perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, mix 1 ½ cups flour and powdered sugar. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While crust bakes, combine raspberries and ¼ cup granulated sugar in a bowl; let sit to release juices.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, remaining granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, ¼ cup flour, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Spread raspberry mixture evenly over the baked crust, then pour lemon mixture on top.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes or until the lemon topping is set and slightly golden.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
- Lift bars out of the pan using parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For an extra touch, dust the bars with powdered sugar before serving or add a dollop of whipped cream.
Find it online: https://justhealthybites.com/lemon-and-sweet-raspberry-bars/