Classic Raspberry Lemon Bars – EASY & JUICY
These tart-sweet bars feature a buttery crust, zesty lemon filling, and a vibrant raspberry swirl. Perfect for casual treats or elegant desserts, they’re quick to make and guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup raspberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine 1 cup flour, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 1/2 cup softened butter until crumbly. Press mixture into pan.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes or until golden.
- Whisk 2 eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Spread evenly over crust.
- Drop spoonfuls of raspberry jam on the filling, then gently swirl with a knife.
- Bake 20-25 minutes until filling is set and edges brown.
- Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, and cut into squares.
Notes
Room temperature butter ensures a smooth, even crumb.
Let the lemon filling cool slightly before adding jam to avoid melting.
Add zest from one lemon to the filling for enhanced citrus flavor.
Ensure eggs are fully whisked for airy texture.
Scale crust ingredients by 50% for a thicker base.
Swap raspberry jam for other fruit preserves (e.g., strawberry or blackberry) for variety.
Let the lemon filling cool slightly before adding jam to avoid melting.
Add zest from one lemon to the filling for enhanced citrus flavor.
Ensure eggs are fully whisked for airy texture.
Scale crust ingredients by 50% for a thicker base.
Swap raspberry jam for other fruit preserves (e.g., strawberry or blackberry) for variety.