Irresistibly Easy Lemon Raspberry Bars for Summer Bliss
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Discover the delightful combination of lemon and raspberry with these classic summer Lemon Raspberry Bars.
- Author: Ellie Monroe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and lemon zest. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden and fragrant, then cool to room temperature.
- Mix egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk together until smooth, then add lemon juice and zest.
- Gently fold in fresh raspberries.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes until filling is set.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least an hour before cutting into squares.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- Always use fresh raspberries and lemons for the best flavor.
- Fold raspberries gently into the filling mix.
- Allow the crust to cool completely before adding filling.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Use a sharp knife for clean cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg