Description
Lemon Strawberry Crumb Bars feature a buttery crumb topping with a tangy lemon and sweet strawberry filling. These bars are ideal for a summer dessert, snack, or even breakfast! The recipe uses fresh ingredients and simple methods for a delightful, easy-to-make treat.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Egg
- Fresh strawberries
- Lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add a beaten egg and combine until crumbly dough forms.
- Press half the dough into the baking dish for the crust.
- Toss strawberries with lemon juice, zest, and cornstarch, then spread evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining dough over the strawberry filling.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Ensure strawberries are fresh and ripe for the best flavor.
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Great served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg