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Chewy Lemon almond bars stacked

Lemon Almond Bars

These Lemon Almond Bars have a light lemon flavor with an almond crust. Great for Spring, Summer, or anytime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • 1 food processor or blender

Method
 

For the Almond Crust
  1. Use a food processor or blender to zizz up the almonds. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl combine the powdered sugar and 2 cups of flour. Whisk until combined.
  3. Add in the softened butter and use a mixer to beat until it is well combined.
  4. Then fold in the crushed almonds and the almond extract. Mix well to evenly distribute the almonds.
  5. 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
  1. While the crust is baking, combine the white sugar and 1/4 cup of flour in a mixing bowl.
  2. 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.
  3. Once the crust is done, pour the filling over the hot crust. Spread evenly.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until slightly browned. The center will slightly jiggle.
  5. 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.