Description
Delightful Cranberry Lemon Bars that balance sweet and tart flavors, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine 1 ¾ cups flour, ½ cup sugar, and ½ cup butter in a mixing bowl until crumbly. Press into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Whisk together ¼ cup flour, 1 cup sugar, 3 eggs, zest of 2 lemons, and ½ cup lemon juice in another bowl. Stir in cranberries.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth it out evenly.
- Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then chill before slicing into bars. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Let the bars cool completely for the best texture. They can be served chilled and garnished with fresh cranberries or lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Lemon, Bars, Dessert, Family Recipe, Tangy, Sweet, Treat