Cranberry Lemon Bars
Cranberry lemon bars are a delightful treat that balances tart cranberries with zesty lemon in a buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are simple to make and sure to impress your family and friends. With their vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, they are the ideal dessert to brighten up your day. Serve them chilled or at room temperature, and watch them disappear from the dessert table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1 1/2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour until combined; spread into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, lemon juice, zest, sugar, baking powder, and cranberries until blended.
- Pour filling over the baked crust; return to oven for another 20-25 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares; dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Substitute cranberries with blueberries or raspberries for variety. Add a pinch of ginger to enhance flavor complexity. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.