• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Bowl Me Over
  • Home
  • Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • Instant Pot Guide
  • About Me
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Me
    • Work with Me
  • Navigation Menu: Social Icons

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Subscribe
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Subscribe
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Dessert Recipes

    Easy Lemon Bar Recipe

    Published: Feb 8, 2022 · Modified: Feb 8, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · 7 Comments

    Lemon Bars with buttery shortbread crust, topped with a layer of tart lemon curd and luscious lemon frosting! These sweet-tart lemon bars are easy to make and so delicious!
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    An Easy Lemon Bar Recipe with a buttery shortbread crust, topped with a layer of tart lemon curd and luscious lemon frosting! These sweet-tart lemon bars are easy to make and so delicious!

    If you love these lemons bars, the next one on your list should be this no bake lemon icebox pie recipe it's perfect for a summer treat!

    Homemade Lemon Bars topped with Sprinkles
    Jump to:
    • Why you'll love this recipe   
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions 
    • Equipment
    • FAQ's
    • Tips
    • Storage
    • Related recipes
    • Serve with
    • Easy Lemon Bar Recipe

    Why you'll love this recipe   

    ✔️ The creamy, luscious frosting - it's unbelievably delicious!

    ✔️ Perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.

    ✔️ This is an easy make-ahead dessert.

    Ingredients

    Lemon Bars in sheet pan with a bowl of sprinkles
    The way to (my) mans heart is thru his stomach with sweets!

    For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

    • flour
    • powdered sugar
    • butter
    • cream cheese
    • sugar
    • eggs
    • baking powder
    • lemons

    Instructions 

    Lemon Bars with lemon curd and topped with homemade frosting
    Everyone will love these tasty lemon bars!

    This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

    1. Preheat the oven
    2. Add all of the ingredients for the crust in a food processor. 
    3. Process until it looks like a fine powder. 
    4. Pour the ingredients into a greased pan and spread evenly.
    5. Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
    6. Prepare the filling. Mix together and pour over the hot crust.
    7. Return to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
    8. Cool completely.
    9. Mix together the frosting and frost the bars. Slice and enjoy!

    Equipment

    The following are affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

    • Jellyroll pan
    • Large mixing bowl - I have this set and am so pleased with the use and durability.
    • I love the retro look of this food processor and it's reasonably priced as well!

    FAQ's

    How much juice do you get from a lemon?

    On average each lemon will give you about 2 tablespoons of juice. For this recipe you’ll need a total ½ cup of fresh lemon juice. Plan accordingly, you'll need about 4+ lemons.

    Do lemon bars need to be refrigerated after baking?

    Yes, you should refrigerate the lemon bars after baking. The bars contain eggs, butter and cream cheese and should be refrigerated.

    How long with lemon bars last?

    he bars will keep in the fridge for 4-5 days. Bonus? They freeze really well too, so when I make a pan, I will tuck half of them in the freezer to enjoy later.

    This is perfect too if you have unexpected company – you’ll be the star whipping out some homemade treats!

    Should lemon bars be jiggly?

    Jiggly like jello! 🤣 If they aren't firm when you slice them the curd will ooze and fall apart.

    Tips

    • Store them in an airtight container, refrigerated.
    • Be generous with the frosting, it's amazing!
    • Decorating with sprinkles is totally optional.
    Easy Lemon Bar Recipe with several bars on white plate with a pan of bars ready to eat!
    This Easy Lemon Bar Recipe is so delicious!

    Storage

    Refrigerator - Store in a single layer, refrigerate in an airtight container.

    Freezer - These lemon bars freeze great! Wrap well with plastic wrap, freeze up to three months.

    Related recipes

    If you've been following the blog for any length of time you know my hubby Dan loves dessert. Some his favorites are:

    • Banana Chocolate Bars - think luscious frosted homemade brownies.
    • Homemade Pecan Sandies - a crispy cookie with pecans and figs, great with a cup of coffee.
    • Frosted Butterscotch Cookies this is old fashioned recipe is topped with a delicious brown butter frosting.

    Serve with

    Coffee is my first choice, these are sweet and tart, a great cup of coffee really balances that out.

    These are terrific all year long and the first thing to go at potlucks and family gatherings!

    Don't forget to check out my Amazon storefront for some of my favorite products! 🛍️

    If you love this recipe please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating! 

    Lemon bars on white plate.
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    5 from 4 votes

    Easy Lemon Bar Recipe

    Lemon Bars with buttery shortbread crust, topped with a layer of tart lemon curd and luscious lemon frosting! These sweet-tart lemon bars are easy to make and so delicious!
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Prep Time15 d
    Cook Time36 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 48 bars
    Calories: 150kcal
    Author: Deb Clark
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Ingredients

    • For the Crust
    • 2 cups flour
    • ½ cup powdered sugar
    • 1 cup butter (2 cubes) cold butter diced into small cubes
    • For the Filling
    • 2 eggs
    • 2 cups sugar
    • ¼ cup lemon juice fresh
    • 2 tablespoon flour heaping tablespoons!
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • For the Frosting
    • ½ cup butter room temperature
    • 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
    • 3 ½ cups powdered sugar
    • ¼ cup lemon juice you can add a little zest here also!

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
    • Add all of the ingredients for the crust in a food processor. Process until it looks like a fine powder consistency. 
    • Pour the ingredients into a greased 10x15" jellyroll pan and spread out evenly. Press down. Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
    • While the crust is baking prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs with the sugar. Add in the lemon juice, flour, baking powder and lemon zest. Whisk until smooth.
    • Pour over the hot crust, spreading evenly. Return to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
    • Mix together the frosting and frost the bars, decorating with sprinkles if desired. Slice into 48 bars. Refrigerate. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 210IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.3mg
    Tried this Recipe? Pin it Today!Mention @BowlMeOver or tag #BowlMeOver!

    Sign up for my recipes here!!

    Don't worry, we'll never share your email.
    « Beef Stroganoff with Mushroom Soup
    Carrabba's Minestrone Soup Recipe »

    About Bowl Me Over

    Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties. In the summer I help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! Let's stay connected, you can email me at [email protected] and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

    Primary Sidebar

    How I started over in life by Debra Clark
    Why soup means so much to me.

    Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I'm the Soup Queen! I send warm greetings from sunny California.

    More about me →

    Great Casserole Recipes

    Reader Favorites

    • Creamy Beef Noodle Casserole Recipe
    • Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
    • Cheesy Pineapple Casserole
    • Crock Pot Steak and Potatoes
    • Air Fryer Pineapple
    • Easy Chicken Casserole with Stuffing

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    Categories

    Cinco de Mayo Party Food

    What's hot!

    • Creamy Beef Noodle Casserole Recipe
    • Classic Tuna Noodle Casserole
    • Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole
    • Creamy Taco Spaghetti Recipe

    More from the blog

    • Homemade Pistachio Ice Cream Recipe
    • Butterscotch Pudding Dessert
    • Weekly Meal Plan 26
    • Instant Pot Beef Tips with Noodles
    Easy Chicken Casserole Recipes

    Footer

    ^ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • About Me
    as featured in

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work with Me

    Copyright © 2022 Debra Clark