Amazing Lemon Strawberry Crumb Bars Recipe
Delight in these Amazing Lemon Strawberry Crumb Bars, a perfect balance of tart lemon, sweet strawberries, and a buttery crumbly crust. These bars are an ideal treat for any occasion, combining fresh fruit and zesty citrus with a golden oat crumble baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust and Crumble
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars.
- Prepare Crumb Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, rolled oats, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add Butter: Incorporate the softened butter into the dry ingredients and mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Form Base: Press half of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create an even base layer.
- Make Filling: In a separate bowl, combine the chopped strawberries, lemon juice, lemon zest, and egg. Stir thoroughly until the filling mixture is well blended.
- Assemble Bars: Pour the strawberry and lemon filling evenly over the crumb base, then scatter the remaining crumb mixture over the top, ensuring it is distributed evenly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into 9 servings.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and oats.
- You can substitute strawberries with other berries like blueberries or raspberries.
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best crumb texture.
- Allow bars to cool completely to ensure clean slices and prevent crumbling.
Keywords: Lemon Strawberry Bars, Crumb Bars, Lemon Dessert, Strawberry Dessert, Easy Baking, Summer Dessert
