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Lemon Raspberry Bars

Zesty Lemon Raspberry Bars to Brighten Your Day

Delight in these Lemon Raspberry Bars, a refreshing dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is a less refined alternative.
  • 0.25 cups Corn Starch Use extra flour if needed as a substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Swap with vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
For the Raspberry Filling
  • 2 cups Raspberries Fresh preferred, but frozen works too.
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Lemon Juice Always use freshly squeezed for the best flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Reduced Raspberry Puree Make from blended raspberries.
  • 0.25 cups Corn Starch Helps thicken the filling.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking pan
  • Oven
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by blending fresh raspberries in a food processor until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Strain if desired and boil in a saucepan over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until thickened. Set aside to cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Whisk together flour, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Melt butter and mix into the dry ingredients until a dough forms. Press into a parchment-lined baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  3. Remove the crust from the oven and cool for about 10 minutes, pricking the top with a fork. Let it cool completely while preparing the filling.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Add eggs, cooled raspberry puree, and lemon juice, mixing until smooth.
  5. Pour the raspberry-lemon filling over the cooled crust and bake for another 20-25 minutes until set and golden on the edges.
  6. Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Using freshly squeezed lemon juice and allowing sufficient chilling time will enhance the texture and flavor of these bars.

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