Description
Indulge in the delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess with these Homemade Lemon Crumb Bars. Perfect for any occasion, from brunches to birthday celebrations, this recipe combines a creamy lemon filling with a buttery crust and a crumbly topping that will leave everyone wanting more. The bright flavor of fresh lemons shines through, making each bite a refreshing experience. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these bars are sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, oats, salt, and baking soda. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture; set aside 3/4 cup for topping.
- Press remaining dough into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- While the crust bakes, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolk, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour lemon filling over the crust; crumble reserved dough on top. Bake for an additional 17-20 minutes until golden.
- Let cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (65g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg