Description
Experience the bliss of Lavender Lemon Bars, where the vibrant zing of lemon meets the soothing aroma of culinary lavender. These delightful bars are not only a refreshing treat for sunny afternoons but also an impressive addition to any gathering, from tea parties to summer picnics. The homemade lavender sugar enhances their flavor, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess that will leave everyone craving more. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these charming dessert bars in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons culinary dried lavender
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup lavender sugar
- 8 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the crust: Combine granulated sugar, dried lavender, melted butter, vanilla extract, salt, and flour in a mixing bowl until crumbly. Press into a greased 9×13 baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- For the filling: Whisk eggs in a bowl; add lemon juice, lavender sugar, lemon zest, and flour until smooth. Pour over crust.
- Bake for another 45 minutes or until set and edges are golden. Cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 246
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 116mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 92mg