Oatmeal Lemon Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of zesty citrus and comforting oats with these irresistible Oatmeal Lemon Bars. Featuring a buttery oatmeal crust and streusel-like topping, these bars sandwich a luscious lemon filling made from freshly squeezed lemon juice, tangy zest, and creamy sweetened condensed milk. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like rolled oats, brown sugar, and all-purpose flour, this recipe transforms into a dessert that is both refreshingly bright and satisfyingly hearty. Bake these golden beauties in an 8x8 pan, let them chill for clean slicing, and serve them cold or at room temperature for any occasion. Perfect for spring gatherings, picnics, or as a midday treat, these lemon bars are sure to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup (packed) brown sugar
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 0.33 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture is crumbly but sticks together when pressed.
Take two-thirds of the oat mixture and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create the crust. Set aside the remaining oat mixture.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
Pour the lemon filling over the pressed crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Take the reserved oat mixture and crumble it over the lemon filling, covering most of the top but leaving some filling visible.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the edges are bubbling slightly.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. For cleaner slices, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into squares or bars.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4610 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.4 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.9 g | 585% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 1289 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 674.4 g | 245% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 447.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.7 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1415 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2691 mg | 57% | |
*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.
