Description
Treat yourself to the ultimate summer dessert with these Strawberry Lemon Bars, featuring a buttery crust and a tangy filling that perfectly balances sweet and tart. Each bite is a burst of refreshing flavor, making them ideal for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home. Easy to prepare and utterly irresistible, these bars will leave your guests asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 large fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar. Gradually mix in the flour and a pinch of salt until crumbly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, and baking powder until smooth.
- Fold in chopped strawberries gently and pour over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set but jiggles slightly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute strawberries with raspberries or blueberries. Strain lemon juice before use to ensure a smooth filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.