Delightful Lemon Raspberry Swirl Bars for Spring Joy

These Lemon Raspberry Swirl Bars are a perfect blend of tangy and sweet, making them an ideal dessert for spring gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 2 50

Servings: 12 squares

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Lemon Filling

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Use fresh lemons for best flavor
1 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to taste
1/2 cup butter Melted
3 large eggs Whipped until pale yellow
1 cup flour Regular or gluten-free flour

For the Raspberry Swirl

1 cup fresh raspberries Could substitute with strawberries or blackberries

For the Topping

1 cup powdered sugar For dusting over finished bars

For Easy Removal

1 sheet parchment paper Line baking pan with this

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spatula
wire rack

Method

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Zest and juice the lemons, and combine in a bowl with sugar and melted butter.
Whisk in the eggs until smooth and pale yellow.
Slowly add the flour and stir until you have a smooth batter.
Fold in the raspberries gently.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Let the bars cool for 15-20 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Dust with powdered sugar, slice into squares, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freezing suggested for up to 3 months.

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