Raspberry Lemon Bars

Nothing says spring like lemons. I love lemon anything. Lemon bars are a favorite of mine too. And raspberry lemon bars, well, that just makes them even better. 🙂

I was looking for a dessert to make that was different, so when I came across a recipe for lemon raspberry bars, I was hooked. I knew what I was going to make.

Raspberry Lemon Bars

These delicious treats were ooey, gooey, sweet and tart all at the same time, not to mention, oh so yummy. You can use strawberry preserves instead of raspberry too.

Preheat the oven to 350* F or 180*C.

Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.

2 sticks softened butter

2 1/2 cups sugar, divided

2 1/2 cups flour, divided

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp vanilla

6 large eggs, at room temperature

1 cup lemon juice

1 tsp lemon extract

1 cup raspberry spread or preserves

dusting of powdered sugar

fresh raspberries and/or blackberries or strawberries

Mix the butter and 1/2 cup of sugar together until it is light and fluffy, for about 2-3 minutes. Add 2 cups of the flour, salt and vanilla, and mix again until it is coarse and crumbly. Then press firmly into the prepared pan, making sure to evenly spread out the dough.

Bake for about 20-30 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges. After removing it from the oven, poke holes into the dough with a fork and let cool slightly. Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the dough.

Whisk the eggs, remaining sugar, lemon juice, lemon extract and remaining 1/2 cup of flour together until everything is mixed together well. Pour over the crust and place in the oven again, to bake for another 30-40 minutes, or until the lemon filling is set.

Let cool completely before slicing and removing from the pan. Sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar, and if you like, you can add a dollop of whipped cream and raspberries and/or blackberries on top. If you are using strawberry preserves, add strawberry slices on top.

These were a big hit and everyone loved them. You will too. 🙂

Have a great day and make everyday great. Stay safe and stay well. ‘Ti next time.

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Author: ajeanneinthekitchen

I have worked in the restaurant and catering industry for over 35 years. I attended 2 culinary schools in Southern California, and have a degree in culinary arts from the Southern California School of Culinary Arts, as well as a few other degrees in other areas. I love to cook and I love to feed people.

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