Description
Looking for the best lemon crumb bars? These quick and easy dessert bars are creamy, tangy, and so simple to make! Perfect for summer gatherings, holiday dessert tables, or just a healthy twist on a sweet snack. Save this lemon bar recipe for your next baking day!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, oats, sugars, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla, stir until crumbly.
- Press 2/3 of the mixture into the pan and bake for 10–12 minutes.
- Whisk sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Pour filling over baked crust and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture over the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool completely, chill for 2+ hours, then slice and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for best flavor.
- Chill overnight for cleaner slicing.
- Bars freeze well—wrap individually before freezing.
- Top with extra zest or a lemon slice for presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American