Lemon Chewsies Chewy Lemon Bars with Lemon Frosting
Brighten your dessert rotation with these irresistibly zesty Lemon Chewsies—chewy lemon bars topped with a luscious lemon frosting. Bursting with vibrant citrus flavor from freshly squeezed lemon juice and lemon zest, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. A buttery, tender base is baked to chewy perfection, then cooled and smothered in a velvety lemon-infused frosting for an extra zingy layer of indulgence. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, these lemon bars are the ultimate treat for citrus lovers and ideal for any occasion, from summer picnics to afternoon teas. Serve them chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, mouthwatering dessert that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for frosting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan. Line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
While the bars cool, prepare the frosting by mixing together the powdered sugar, unsalted butter, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Once the lemon bars are completely cooled, spread the lemon frosting evenly over the top using an offset spatula or butter knife.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the frosting to set before slicing into 16 squares.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy the chewy, tangy goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4124 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.4 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.8 g | 449% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 749 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 1802 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 674.1 g | 245% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 478.4 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 520 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
