Irresistibly Easy Lemon Raspberry Bars for Summer Bliss
Discover the delightful combination of lemon and raspberry with these classic summer Lemon Raspberry Bars.
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Servings: 16 bars
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup salted butter melted
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 can 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- 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: 1bar | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g