Lemon Almond Bars
These Lemon Almond Bars have a light lemon flavor with an almond crust. Great for Spring, Summer, or anytime.
Equipment
- 1 food processor or blender
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 1/4 cups flour divided (can use half whole wheat flour too)
- 2 sticks butter softened
- 1/2 cup crushed raw Sea Salt Almonds
- 2 tsp. almond extract
- 2 cups white sugar
- 4 large farm fresh eggs or regular (color may be affected)
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tbsp. plus 1/2 tsp. lemon zest divided
- 1-2 tbsp. lemon juice to taste
Instructions
For the Almond Crust
- Use a food processor or blender to zizz up the almonds. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl combine the powdered sugar and 2 cups of flour. Whisk until combined.
- Add in the softened butter and use a mixer to beat until it is well combined.
- Then fold in the crushed almonds and the almond extract. Mix well to evenly distribute the almonds.
- Pour the into a greased 9x13 baking dish. Press the dough into the bottom of the dish. Bake for about 15 to 20 minutes at 325 degrees F.
For the filling
- While the crust is baking, combine the white sugar and 1/4 cup of flour in a mixing bowl.
- Add in the eggs, baking powder, lemon juice and 1 tbsp (or more) of lemon zest. Mix with a spatula until well combined and is lump free.
- Once the crust is done, pour the filling over the hot crust. Spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until slightly browned. The center will slightly jiggle.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Add some powdered sugar and more lemon zest on top, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
*These bars have just a light lemon flavor. Can add more lemon zest or even more lemon juice for a more lemon tasting filling.