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Lemon Raspberry Bars

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Bright, tangy, and bursting with fresh raspberries, these Lemon Raspberry Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust and a silky lemon custard filling. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, these dessert bars are easy to make and even easier to love. A must-have raspberry dessert recipe with fresh flavor and simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the filling:

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, unthawed)

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt, mixing until crumbly.

  • Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until lightly golden.

  • While crust bakes, whisk together eggs, sugar, flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.

  • Gently fold in the raspberries.

  • Pour the filling over the hot crust and return to the oven. Bake 25–30 minutes, or until just set.

  • Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

 

  • Dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can use frozen raspberries—just add them straight from the freezer to avoid color bleeding.

  • For a gluten-free version, swap in a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.

  • Bars slice best when fully chilled. Use a clean knife and wipe between cuts for neat edges.

  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

 

  • Optional additions: shredded coconut in the crust or a few white chocolate chips in the filling.

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