Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Step 3: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until fully combined.
- Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the fresh raspberries.
- Step 5: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Once baked, allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy your delicious lemon raspberry bars!
Notes
- For optimal freshness, store your lemon raspberry bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- If you'd like to enjoy them warm, briefly reheat individual squares in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds, just until they're slightly warmed through.
- Serve your lemon raspberry bars with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to enhance their refreshing flavors.
- For an extra zing, consider adding a pinch of salt to the batter; it will help balance the sweetness and elevate the lemon flavor even more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 18g