Description
Delicious Cranberry Lemon Bars are a bright and tangy dessert that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with zesty lemon, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3-4 large lemons)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring there’s some overhang for easy removal.
- Whisk together 2 cups of flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add the cold, cubed butter and work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of your prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 18 to 20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden, then remove from the oven, leaving the oven on.
- Whisk together eggs and granulated sugar in a large bowl until well combined. Add the 1/4 cup flour and whisk until smooth. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until completely smooth.
- Scatter the fresh cranberries evenly over the warm crust. Pour the lemon mixture over the cranberries, ensuring they are mostly covered.
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- Cool completely in the pan for at least 2 hours before lifting out using the parchment overhang. Dust generously with powdered sugar before cutting into bars.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat. These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week.