Lemon Snowdrift Bars
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly light, Lemon Snowdrift Bars are the ultimate dessert for citrus lovers. Featuring a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread crust, a tangy lemon filling bursting with fresh juice and zest, and a fluffy, cloud-like meringue topping perfectly toasted to golden perfection, these bars deliver a delightful balance of textures and flavors. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this impressive treat is surprisingly easy to make and ideal for gatherings, tea parties, or anytime you crave a refreshing dessert. Serve these chilled squares as a show-stopping finale to any meal, and enjoy their elegant combination of sweetness and tartness in every bite. Keywords: Lemon Snowdrift Bars recipe, lemon dessert, meringue topping, easy citrus bars, best lemon bars.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 g unsalted butter
- 50 g granulated sugar
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 200 g granulated sugar (for filling)
- 120 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 30 g all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 3 large egg whites
- 100 g granulated sugar (for meringue)
- 0.25 tsp cream of tartar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix together the butter, sugar, flour, and salt until crumbly. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool slightly while making the lemon filling.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar (200g), lemon juice, lemon zest, and flour for the filling until smooth.
Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust and bake for 20 minutes, or until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
To prepare the meringue, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in a clean bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the sugar (100g) to the egg whites, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Spread the meringue evenly over the cooled lemon layer, creating swirls with a spatula if desired.
Preheat your oven's broiler and place the pan under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to lightly brown the meringue. Keep a close eye as it can brown quickly.
Allow the bars to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares and serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.3 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.7 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1143 mg | 381% | |
| Sodium | 1660 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 580.2 g | 211% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 355.3 g | ||
| Protein | 66.5 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1061 mg | 23% | |
*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.
