Description
These Raspberry Lemon Bars are a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. The buttery shortbread crust pairs perfectly with the luscious raspberry lemon filling, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Shortbread Crust:
- All-Purpose Flour: 1½ cups
- Unsalted Butter: ¾ cup (cold, cubed)
- Powdered Sugar: ½ cup
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon (optional, for extra flavor)
Raspberry Lemon Filling:
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
- Eggs: 3 large
- Lemon Juice: ½ cup (freshly squeezed)
- Lemon Zest: 1 tablespoon
- Raspberries: 1 cup, mashed
- Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons
- All-Purpose Flour: 2 tablespoons
Garnish (Optional):
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Fresh raspberries and lemon slices for decoration
Instructions
- Preparing the Shortbread Crust – Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Mix the Crust Ingredients: In a food processor or mixing bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, salt, and cold butter. Pulse or mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, pressing it down evenly to form a firm crust. Bake Until Golden: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let it cool slightly.
- Making the Raspberry Lemon Filling – Mash the Raspberries: In a small bowl, mash the raspberries until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds (optional). Mix the Filling Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, mashed raspberries, cornstarch, and flour until smooth. Pour Over the Crust: Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust.
- Baking the Raspberry Lemon Bars – Bake Until Set: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is just set and no longer jiggles. Cool Completely: Let the bars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Serving Raspberry Lemon Bars – Slice and Garnish: Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh raspberries or lemon slices. Pair With: A cup of tea, iced lemonade, or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Raspberry Lemon Bars, Dessert, Lemon, Raspberry, Bars, Sweet Treat
