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Lemon Cream Dessert Bars


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dessert with a crumbly shortbread crust, creamy lemon filling, and a light whipped cream topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the flour, powdered sugar, and butter in a mixing bowl. Mix until crumbly.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
  4. Bake the crust for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  5. Whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt in another bowl until smooth.
  6. Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust. Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until set.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature.
  8. Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
  9. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled lemon filling.
  10. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze before adding the whipped cream layer.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg