Maple Lemon Bars
Prep
25 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These maple lemon bars have become my go to dessert because they're honestly so simple to throw together. The bright citrus paired with rich maple syrup creates this perfectly balanced flavor that feels fancy but really isn't complicated at all. I love that lemons are packed with vitamin C, so there's a little nutritional boost hiding in every bite. What really wins me over is that from start to finish, you're looking at just an hour, and most of that is hands off baking time. They're perfect for weeknight cravings or when you need to bring something to a gathering without too much fuss.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 100 gconfectioner's sugar
- 180 gcold unsalted butter
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 2large eggs
- 120 mlfreshly squeezed lemon juice
- 80 gpure canadian maple syrup
- 6 gsalt
- 12 gbaking powder
- 100 mlunsalted butter, melted
- 20 gfreshly squeezed lemon zest
- 120 gpecans or walnuts
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x28cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Use parchment paper to ensure the bars release easily.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, confectioner's sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk until the mixture is well combined and evenly distributed.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the melted butter and lemon juice.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- 5
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Tip: Stop as soon as the ingredients are combined, or the dough will become tough.
- 6
Stir in the lemon zest and nuts.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid crushing the nuts.
- 7
Pour the dough into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the dough evenly.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Tip: Avoid overbaking, as this can cause the bars to dry out.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: Let the bars cool completely before cutting into them.
- 10
Once cooled, drizzle with maple syrup and serve.
Tip: Optional: top with additional lemon zest or powdered sugar for garnish.
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