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Zesty Lemon Crumb Bars

Zesty Lemon Crumb Bars: Your New Favorite Summer Delight

Zesty Lemon Crumb Bars are a delightful dessert capturing the essence of summer with sweet and tangy flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup flour can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats for best results
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda helps the crust rise
  • 1/2 cup butter (melted) avoid substitutes for best flavor
  • 1 cup brown sugar can use white sugar for a different flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract almond extract can be a substitute
For the Filling
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk avoid substitutes for optimal results
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Greek yogurt is a good alternative
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice fresh juice is highly recommended
  • 2 lemons lemon zest intensifies the lemon flavor
For the Topping
  • 3/4 cup reserved dough crumbly mixture from the crust

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, oats, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix together melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients to form a crumbly dough, reserving 3/4 cup for the topping.
  5. Press the remaining dough into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes until light golden brown.
  6. In another bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolk, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Pour the lemon filling evenly over the cooled crust and sprinkle the reserved dough on top.
  8. Bake for an additional 17-20 minutes until topping is golden brown and filling is set.
  9. Cool the bars in the pan for at least 30 minutes, then lift out and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. For long-term storage, freeze wrapped bars for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

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