Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lavender Lemon Bars, a creative twist on the classic lemon bar. These refreshing treats feature the perfect balance of zesty lemon and aromatic lavender, making them an exquisite addition to any gathering or a blissful afternoon snack. With a buttery, crumbly crust topped with a luscious lemon filling, each bite bursts with flavor that is both tangy and sweet. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and you have a dessert that not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on your table. Perfect for summer picnics, tea parties, or simply enjoying at home, these Lavender Lemon Bars are sure to impress.
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 oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, culinary dried lavender, melted butter, lavender sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and flour until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, fresh lemon juice, remaining lavender sugar, lemon zest, and flour until smooth. Pour over baked crust.
- Bake again for 40 minutes or until set in the center.
- Cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg