These Lemon Drop Bars are a burst of creamy, tangy goodness, topped with delightful candied lemon zest for an extra punch of flavor. Sweet, tart, and incredibly easy to make, these bars are a perfect treat for lemon lovers. Whether you’re baking for a party or just to enjoy at home, you’ll find these bars irresistible. The combination of a buttery graham cracker crust and a zesty lemon filling creates a dessert that’s sure to impress and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Delicious Lemon Drop Bars
Sweet, tart, and incredibly easy to make, these bars are a perfect treat for lemon lovers.
Ingredients
- Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- Lemon Filling:
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 5 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- Topping:
- Candied lemon zest (optional, recipe below)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
- 2 tablespoons key lime and/or lemon zest (optional)
- Candied Lemon Zest:
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Spray an 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan, using the bottom of a measuring cup to pack it down.
- Bake for 7 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
For the Lemon Filling:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then let the bars chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
For the Candied Lemon Zest:
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest and sugar, tossing gently to coat the zest completely with sugar.
- Let sit for 30 minutes.
To Serve:
- Sprinkle the candied lemon zest and powdered sugar over the cooled bars, if desired.
- Cut into squares and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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