Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Bars, where soft, brownie-like texture meets the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. These bars are not only easy to prepare but also serve as an elegant treat for any occasion—be it a casual gathering or a formal event. The unique addition of poppy seeds provides an intriguing crunch, setting these bars apart from traditional lemon desserts. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this refreshing dessert is sure to impress your guests and become a staple at your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Zest from 1/2 lemon
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for glaze)
- Zest from 1/2 lemon (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8 square pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, salt, and zest. Mix until well blended.
- Add flour and fold in poppy seeds gently until combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 18–22 minutes until edges are golden and center is set.
- Allow bars to cool completely before preparing the glaze by whisking powdered sugar with lemon juice and zest until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars, cut into squares, and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg