Lemon Dream Bars Recipe
Indulge in the dreamy citrus flavors of these Lemon Dream Bars! A buttery graham cracker crust topped with a luscious lemon layer and finished with a dollop of whipped cream, these bars are perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Lemon Layer:
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 large egg yolks
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a baking dish and bake.
- Make the Lemon Layer: Whisk condensed milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg yolks. Pour over crust and bake.
- Add the Topping: Whip cream with sugar and vanilla. Spread over the lemon layer.
- Serve: Chill, cut into bars, and serve.
Notes
- For extra zing, add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest to the filling.
- Bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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