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Strawberry Lemon Bars Recipe

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Delight in these tangy and sweet Strawberry Lemon Bars, featuring a buttery crust blended with fresh lemon juice and juicy strawberries. Perfectly baked until golden, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar, these bars make a refreshing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Crust and Batter

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

Topping

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter together with granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which ensures a tender crust.
  3. Add egg and lemon juice: Incorporate the large egg and fresh lemon juice into the creamed mixture, stirring until fully combined to infuse a fresh citrus flavor.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Fold in strawberries: Carefully fold the chopped fresh strawberries into the batter using a spatula, evenly distributing the fruit without breaking it down too much.
  6. Pour and spread batter: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to the edges for uniform baking.
  7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges turn a light golden brown, indicating the bars are cooked through.
  8. Cool and dust: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to set properly. Once cooled, dust the top generously with powdered sugar and cut into squares for serving.

Notes

  • You can prepare the batter up to 24 hours in advance by refrigerating it; simply bake when ready.
  • For faster baking, consider using an air fryer as an alternative to the traditional oven.

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