Description
Indulge in the zesty delight of Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Bars, a perfect fusion of sweet and tangy flavors that will brighten any occasion. These luscious bars feature a soft, brownie-like texture complemented by the delightful crunch of poppy seeds, making them an irresistible treat for dessert lovers. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic, celebrating a birthday, or simply enjoying a relaxing evening at home, these bars are sure to impress both family and friends. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze, each bite is bursting with freshness, offering a refreshing twist on traditional lemon desserts. Easy to prepare with just a handful of ingredients, these Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Bars are your new go-to recipe for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Zest from 1/2 lemon
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds
- For the glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Zest from 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 square pan.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, salt, and zest until blended. Gradually add flour and gently stir in poppy seeds.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- While cooling, whisk together glaze ingredients until smooth.
- Once cooled completely, pour glaze over bars and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg