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Lemon Cream Crumb Bars Recipe

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Lemon Cream Crumb Bars feature a luscious, creamy lemon filling sandwiched between two layers of a buttery brown sugar oatmeal crust. These bars deliver a perfect balance of tart and sweet, making them a refreshing and delicious American dessert that’s easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 44 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

Oat Crumble

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1¼ cups old-fashioned oats (not quick oats)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 12 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Creamy Lemon Filling

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 2 large lemons)
  • ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3 large lemons)
  • 2 large egg yolks

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Spray a 9×9-inch square baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal and cutting. Set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, old-fashioned oats, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and baking soda until all ingredients are combined evenly.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients to Crumble: Stir melted salted butter and vanilla extract into the dry mixture until the mixture resembles coarse, wet sand and is evenly moistened.
  4. Form Crust: Firmly press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Reserve the remaining half for topping. Bake the crust for 11-12 minutes, then remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly while preparing the filling.
  5. Prepare Lemon Filling: In a bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, lemon zest, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and egg yolks. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  6. Assemble Bars: Pour the lemon filling over the slightly cooled crust. Evenly sprinkle the reserved oatmeal crumble mixture over the top and gently press it down.
  7. Bake Bars: Bake the assembled bars for 22-25 minutes. The center will appear pale and slightly loose or jiggly, while the edges should be golden brown. This is normal as the bars will firm up while cooling.
  8. Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. Once at room temperature, cover with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the bars to set fully.
  9. Serve: Cut into 12 squares and serve chilled. Store leftover bars in the refrigerator for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned oats rather than quick oats to maintain the crumbly texture.
  • For easier removal, lining the pan with parchment paper is recommended.
  • The filling will seem loose when hot but will firm up upon chilling.
  • Bars keep well refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
  • Adjust lemon juice and zest to your preference for tartness.
  • The recipe yields 12 bars, perfect for sharing or storing.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/lemon-cream-crumb-bars-recipe/