Honey Lemon Bars
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These honey lemon bars are one of my go to recipes when I want something bright and cheerful without spending half the day in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, making them perfect for weeknight desserts or last minute gatherings. I love using real honey as the sweetener because it adds such lovely depth and actually contains antioxidants and enzymes that regular sugar doesn't have. Plus, with just a handful of basic pantry staples, you probably have everything you need right now. The combination of zesty lemon and golden honey is absolutely irresistible, and honestly, these bars are so simple to make that even baking beginners will have success.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gunsalted butter, softened
- 2eggs
- 150 ghoney
- 50 mlfresh lemon juice
- 6 gbaking powder
- 1 gsalt
- 50 gconfectioner's sugar
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x20cm baking dish with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk for the best results.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and eggs until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter.
- 5
Pour in the honey and lemon juice and mix until a smooth dough forms.
Tip: Make sure to get rid of any lumps.
- 6
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Tip: Use a spatula to get the job done.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Don't overbake the bars.
- 8
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Tip: This will help them set properly.
- 9
Dust the bars with confectioner's sugar before serving.
Tip: Optional but highly recommended.
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