Mama’s Lemon Sour Cookie Bars 🍋🍪
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Description: These were my Mama’s best-loved bar cookies. Everyone who had them for the first time always wanted the recipe, and those who had tasted them before always begged for more. These lemon sour cookie bars are a perfect blend of tangy and sweet, with a rich, buttery crust and a creamy lemon glaze that is simply irresistible. 🥰✨
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Under 60 Minutes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1/3 cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 3/4 cup flaked coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon rind, grated
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2/3 cup confectioners’ sugar
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 117.6
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 24.4mg
- Sodium Content: 35.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 13.3g
- Protein Content: 1.2g
Yield: 24 bar cookies
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the oven is at the right temperature when you’re ready to bake.
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Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup of flour and 1/3 cup of butter. Mix these ingredients together until the mixture resembles a very fine crumb. This step is crucial for achieving that perfect buttery crust.
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Form the Crust:
- Evenly sprinkle the flour-butter mixture into the bottom of an 11 x 7-inch baking pan. Pat lightly to smooth out any lumps, creating a uniform layer. This will be the base of your cookie bars.
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First Bake:
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. This initial bake helps to set the crust and prepares it for the topping.
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Prepare the Topping:
- While the crust is baking, beat 2 eggs in a separate bowl. Add 1 cup of light brown sugar, 1/2 cup of chopped pecans, 3/4 cup of flaked coconut, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/8 teaspoon of baking powder. Mix everything together thoroughly.
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Add the Topping:
- Once the crust has finished its first bake, remove it from the oven. Spread the egg and brown sugar mixture evenly over the hot crust. Make sure to cover the entire surface.
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Second Bake:
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes at 350°F (175°C). This will allow the topping to set and develop a beautiful golden color.
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Prepare the Lemon Glaze:
- While the cookie bars are finishing their second bake, combine 1 tablespoon of grated fresh lemon rind, 1 1/2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, and 2/3 cup of confectioners’ sugar in a bowl. Mix until you achieve a creamy, smooth glaze.
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Glaze the Bars:
- As soon as you take the cookie bars out of the oven, spread the lemon glaze evenly over the top of the hot cookie mixture. The heat will help the glaze to melt and seep into the bars, enhancing the flavor and creating a delightful finish.
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Cool and Cut:
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. This step ensures that the bars set properly and makes cutting easier.
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Storage:
- Store the lemon sour cookie bars in an airtight container to keep them fresh. The lemon glaze can dry out if left uncovered for more than a day, but these bars are so delicious that they rarely last that long! Note: Use moist, flaked coconut (like Angel Flake) for the best results. Avoid using dry, shredded coconut.
Enjoy Your Lemon Sour Cookie Bars!
These cookie bars are a timeless treat that combine the zesty flavor of lemon with the sweetness of brown sugar and the crunch of pecans. The addition of coconut adds a delightful texture that makes these bars stand out. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea, Mama’s Lemon Sour Cookie Bars are sure to become a favorite in your household. 🍋❤️
Share this delightful recipe with your friends and family, and spread the joy of these scrumptious lemon sour cookie bars. Happy baking! 😊✨
