Lemon Crumble Squares
Indulge in the zesty sweetness of Lemon Crumble Squares, the perfect dessert for citrus lovers! These tangy, buttery squares feature a luscious lemon filling made with fresh juice, lemon zest, and creamy sweetened condensed milk, sandwiched between layers of crumbly, golden-baked perfection. With a crisp buttery base and a delicate crumble topping, this recipe strikes the ultimate balance of tart and sweet. Ready in under an hour and yielding 12 servings, these bars are ideal for afternoon tea, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. A final dusting of powdered sugar not only adds extra charm but also enhances their irresistible flavor. Add this easy-to-make lemon dessert to your baking repertoire and impress family and friends with the vibrant taste of homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 120 milliliters lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 395 grams sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until crumbly.
Take half of the crumb mixture and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base. Reserve the other half for the topping.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetened condensed milk until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the lemon filling over the crumb base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the lemon filling to create the crumble topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the filling is set.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the Lemon Crumble Squares to cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, cut into 12 squares and dust them lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.5 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.9 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1069 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 2374 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 624.3 g | 227% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 384.3 g | ||
| Protein | 82.9 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 1320 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
