Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tangy with these delectable Raspberry Lemon Bars. A buttery crust, a luscious raspberry filling, and a zesty lemon topping make these bars a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Raspberry Sauce
- 12 ounces (340 g) fresh or frozen (unthawed) raspberries
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Crust
- 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, straight from the fridge
- 2 cups (256 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups (300 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (32 g) all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Raspberry Sauce: To a medium saucepan over medium heat, add raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring often. Once boiling, cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened, stirring often. Pour the raspberry mixture into a fine-mesh strainer to remove the raspberry seeds. Set aside to cool completely.
- Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a medium bowl, add the butter, flour, and sugar. Using a pastry cutter, a fork, or your hands, blend the mixture into a fine crumb. Press into an even layer into the baking dish. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until golden.
- Filling: In a large bowl combine sugar, flour, eggs, lemon juice, and the cooled raspberry sauce. Stir together until smooth. Pour the filling over the crust. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set. Allow bars to cool to room temperature. Then, transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours before cutting and serving. When ready to serve, dust with confectioners’ sugar.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the raspberry sauce is completely cooled before adding it to the filling.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
