Description
Lemon Crumb Bars are an irresistible treat that beautifully combines zesty lemon flavor with a buttery, crumbly crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars offer a refreshing taste that’s sure to delight your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients, they make an excellent addition to summer picnics, family gatherings, or even as a delightful dessert at home. With just the right balance of tartness and sweetness, these bars will quickly become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- ⅔ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter until crumbly. Press two-thirds into the pan and bake for 15 minutes.
- Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, heavy cream, salt, and lemon juice in another bowl until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the crust and sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top. Bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 4 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 73mg