Sunshine Lemon Bars Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 23 to 27 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Description: Brighten your day with these delightful Sunshine Lemon Bars from Love With Recipes. Perfectly tangy and sweet, these bars are a great treat for gatherings and are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Lemon, Citrus, Fruit, Kid Friendly, For Large Groups, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 box (about 15.25 oz) cake mix (any flavor)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions:
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Preheat Your Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures that your oven is at the right temperature for baking the perfect lemon bars.
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Prepare the Cake Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 large egg. Mix these ingredients together until they are well combined and creamy. Gradually add in the box of cake mix, blending it thoroughly into the butter mixture. The resulting mixture should be thick and smooth.
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Spread the Base: Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal. Evenly spread the cake mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan, using a spatula to ensure it covers the base uniformly. This will create a delicious, soft crust for your lemon bars.
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Make the Lemon Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together 1 can of sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice. Stir until the mixture is well blended. This tangy lemon filling will perfectly complement the sweet cake base.
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Assemble and Bake: Pour the lemon mixture over the cake base, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 23 to 27 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set. The top should have a slight jiggle when you shake the pan gently.
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Cool and Cut: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. This cooling period is crucial as it allows the bars to set and makes cutting easier. Once cool, cut into 1 1/2×3 1/4-inch bars.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 91.3
- Fat: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3.4g
- Cholesterol: 24.6mg
- Sodium: 51.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 9.1g
- Protein: 1.6g
Servings: This recipe yields approximately 24 bars, making it perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Enjoy these Sunshine Lemon Bars as a sweet, citrusy treat that brings a touch of sunshine to any occasion. Whether for a large group or a small family gathering, these bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser! 🍋✨
