🍋 Yummy Lemon Streusel Bars Recipe 🍋
Love lemon desserts? These Yummy Lemon Streusel Bars are an absolute delight! A perfect balance of zesty lemon flavor, sweet filling, and a buttery oat crust that’ll have you reaching for seconds and thirds. This recipe, passed down from a friend, has become a staple in my kitchen, and I’m excited to share it with you! 🌟
Recipe Information
- Name: Yummy Lemon Streusel Bars
- Category: Bar Cookie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Lemon, Citrus, Fruit, < 60 Mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 16 bars
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨ (4.5)
- Calories per serving: 336.5
- Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Fat: 11.9g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 31.3mg
- Sodium: 100.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 52.5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 30.3g
- Protein: 6.2g
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups oats
Instructions
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined. 🍋 |
| 3 | Prepare the Crust: In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy. |
| 4 | Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add flour and oats to the butter mixture. Use a pastry blender or fork to mix until it resembles coarse crumbs, similar to a pie crust texture. |
| 5 | Set Aside Topping: Reserve 2 cups of the crumb mixture for the topping. |
| 6 | Press Crust into Pan: Press the remaining crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch square baking pan. This will be the base of your bars. |
| 7 | Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the lemon filling mixture over the crust in the pan. |
| 8 | Add the Streusel Topping: Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the lemon filling. Gently press it down into the filling. 🌟 |
| 9 | Bake to Perfection: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown. |
| 10 | Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. For best results, chill in the refrigerator before serving. |
| 11 | Enjoy! Serve these Yummy Lemon Streusel Bars chilled or at room temperature. Each bite is bursting with citrusy goodness! 🎉 |
Recipe Notes
- For an extra zing, you can add a touch of lemon extract to the filling mixture.
- Don’t skip chilling the bars before slicing; it helps them hold their shape and enhances the flavors.
- These bars are perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a sweet treat any time of day! 🌞
Whether you’re a lemon lover or just looking for a delightful dessert to impress your guests, these Yummy Lemon Streusel Bars are sure to become a favorite. Tangy, sweet, and oh-so-satisfying, they’re a taste of sunshine in every bite! ☀️🍋 Enjoy the baking process, and let these bars brighten up your day!
