Lavender Lemon Bars
Lavender lemon bars are a delightful dessert that perfectly balances tangy lemon and floral lavender flavors. With a buttery crust and creamy lemon filling, each bite brings a refreshing taste reminiscent of sunny afternoons. Easy to make and visually appealing, these bars are perfect for gatherings or as a sweet treat to enjoy at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender (crushed)
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- For the crust, mix softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour, then press into the bottom of the baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- While cooling, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed dried lavender, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for another 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least two hours before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg