Description
Indulge in the bright and zesty flavors of Homemade Lemon Crumb Bars, a delightful dessert that combines a creamy, tangy lemon filling with a buttery brown sugar crust and a crumbly oat topping. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only easy to prepare but also offer a satisfying contrast of textures. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself at home, these bars are sure to impress. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create this irresistible treat that’s both refreshing and indulgent.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust and topping, mix flour, oats, salt, and baking soda in one bowl; in another bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. Combine both mixtures and press into the pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla for the filling.
- Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust, crumble reserved dough on top, and bake for an additional 17-20 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg