Description
Lavender Lemon Bars are a refreshing dessert that beautifully marries the bright, tangy flavor of fresh lemons with the delicate floral notes of culinary lavender. With a buttery shortbread crust and a creamy lemon filling, these bars are perfect for spring gatherings or an afternoon tea. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they promise to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 tsp dried culinary lavender
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and softened butter until crumbly. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- While the crust cools slightly, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried lavender until smooth.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the pre-baked crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For a twist on flavor, try using limes or oranges instead of lemons. Ensure you use culinary-grade dried lavender for optimal flavor quality. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.