Raspberry Lemonade Bars
Get ready to brighten your day with these Raspberry Lemonade Bars, a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. This easy recipe is ideal for a quick dessert, summer gatherings, or even as a refreshing snack. With a buttery crust, vibrant raspberry lemon filling, and a light glaze, these bars fit perfectly into your collection of easy dessert ideas, quick treats, and homemade food ideas.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups raspberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice or milk
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.
- 2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in vanilla.
- 3. Add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 4. Press dough evenly into pan and bake for 15 to 18 minutes until lightly golden.
- 5. Cook raspberries in a saucepan until broken down, then strain if desired.
- 6. Whisk sugar and eggs until smooth, then add lemon juice and zest.
- 7. Mix in flour and cornstarch, then fold in raspberry mixture.
- 8. Pour filling over crust and spread evenly.
- 9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until center is set.
- 10. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 11. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over bars.
- 12. Slice and serve.
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
Drain raspberries well to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
Chill completely before slicing for clean, neat bars.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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