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Raspberry Lemon Bars

Raspberry Lemon Bars

These Raspberry Lemon Bars are buttery, creamy, and bursting with fresh lemon and raspberry flavor. They're an easy dessert that's beautiful enough for special occasions yet simple enough to make whenever you're craving a bright, fruity treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • For the Filling
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¾ cup fresh raspberries
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and creamy.
  3. Mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake the crust for 18 to 20 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.
  6. While the crust bakes, whisk together the granulated sugar and flour.
  7. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, whisking until smooth.
  8. Scatter the raspberries evenly over the warm crust.
  9. Pour the lemon filling over the raspberries.
  10. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl a few raspberries into the filling without overmixing.
  11. Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggles.
  12. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  13. Lift the bars from the pan, dust generously with powdered sugar, and slice into squares.

Notes

  • Fresh lemon juice gives the brightest flavor.
  • Do not overbake the filling or it may crack.
  • Chill completely before slicing for clean edges.
  • Fresh or frozen raspberries both work well.
  • Wipe the knife clean between cuts for neat bars.