Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Lavender Lemon Bars, a refreshing twist on the classic lemon bar dessert. Perfect for summer gatherings or as an elegant afternoon treat, these bars blend the zesty brightness of fresh lemons with the subtle floral notes of lavender. The vibrant yellow presentation dusted with powdered sugar will surely impress your guests and elevate any occasion. Whether enjoyed plain, paired with fresh berries, or topped with whipped cream, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delicious outcome every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 22.75 oz granulated sugar (3 ¼ cups)
- 2 TBSP culinary dried lavender
- 8 oz unsalted butter (1 cup), melted and slightly cooled
- 3.5 oz lavender sugar (1/2 cup)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 9 oz all-purpose flour (2 cups)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups fresh lemon juice
- 19.25 oz lavender sugar (2 3/4 cups)
- Zest of 2 lemons (about 2 TBSP)
- 2.25 oz all-purpose flour (1/2 cup)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, culinary dried lavender, melted butter, lavender sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and all-purpose flour until it forms a dough.
- Press the dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and bake for about 20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- For the filling, whisk eggs until frothy; then add fresh lemon juice, remaining lavender sugar, lemon zest, and flour. Mix until smooth.
- Once the crust is baked, pour the filling over it and bake for an additional 40 minutes until set.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg