Description
Deliciously tangy cranberry lemon bars that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, softened butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Fold in the cranberries and pour the mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, you can add more sugar to the filling.
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Feel free to substitute cranberries with other berries if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg