Description
Discover the delightful taste of Pink Lemonade Bars, a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. These vibrant bars feature a luscious raspberry lemon filling poured over a buttery crust, making them an ideal treat for any occasion—be it summer picnics, birthday celebrations, or cozy family gatherings. With their eye-catching pink hue and deliciously tangy taste, these bars are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare with just a few ingredients, they are perfect for novice bakers looking to create something special. Enjoy them chilled for a refreshing snack or warm with a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature (2 sticks)
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 pint Fresh Raspberries (or about 1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed)
- 2 1/4 cups Granulated Sugar
- 6 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 6 Eggs
- 3 Lemons, Juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9" x 13" baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare raspberry puree by blending fresh raspberries with water; strain to remove seeds.
- For the crust, mix butter, flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl until smooth; press into the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar and flour; add eggs and lemon juice. Gradually mix in raspberry puree until well combined.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly wobbly.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg