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Raspberry Lemonade Bars


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sweet, tangy, and bursting with fresh berry flavor, these Raspberry Lemonade Bars are the perfect dessert for spring and summer gatherings. Featuring a buttery soft crust, creamy lemon filling, vibrant raspberry swirl, and a light citrus glaze, these dessert bars deliver the perfect balance of tart and sweet in every bite. They’re an easy dessert recipe that works beautifully for brunch spreads, bake sales, holiday trays, picnic desserts, and summer party treats. If you love fruity dessert bars, lemon desserts, raspberry sweets, easy baking recipes, or refreshing homemade treats, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite. These bars are simple to prepare, easy to slice, and ideal for make-ahead dessert planning.


Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

4 large eggs

1 3/4 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon milk or cream


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, melted butter, and vanilla extract until crumbly.

3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.

4. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water. Cook until thickened.

5. Allow the raspberry mixture to cool slightly while preparing the lemon filling.

6. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth.

7. Add flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined.

8. Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust.

9. Spoon raspberry mixture over the filling and gently swirl using a knife or toothpick.

10. Bake for 22–28 minutes until the center is set with a slight jiggle.

11. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours.

12. Mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk to create the glaze.

13. Drizzle glaze over chilled bars.

14. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Notes

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest and freshest citrus flavor.

Allow the bars to chill completely before slicing to achieve clean dessert squares.

Avoid overmixing the raspberry swirl to maintain a beautiful marbled appearance.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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