Lemon Raspberry Swirl Bars: Your New Summer Dessert Crush
Lemon Raspberry Swirl Bars are a delightful harmony of tart lemon and sweet raspberries, perfect for summer gatherings.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch baking dish
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- knife
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.
- ½ cup Granulated Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted.
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Fruit Swirl
- 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Or Frozen, Thawed.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be substituted.
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
For Finishing Touches
- 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar For dusting before serving.
Instructions
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Combine in a medium bowl: mix the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Pour in the melted butter, add the egg, and include the vanilla extract. Stir until everything is smooth and well blended.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Mash the raspberries in a separate bowl. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Drop spoonfuls of the raspberry mixture over your batter. Use a knife to gently swirl it together.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the bars in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with extra raspberry pieces for a pop of color.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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