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Lemon Cake Bars

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Lemon Cake Bars are soft, moist dessert squares bursting with bright lemon flavor and topped with a sweet glaze or dusting of powdered sugar. These bars strike a perfect balance between tangy and sweet, ideal for spring gatherings or teatime treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the glaze (optional):
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until well combined.
  4. Add eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients just until combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bars or dust with powdered sugar.
  10. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For a more intense lemon flavor, add a few drops of lemon extract to the batter.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Double the recipe and use a 9×13-inch pan for a larger batch.
  • Bars firm up as they cool, so allow adequate cooling time before slicing.

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