Grandma Ila Nelson'S Lemon Dream Bars Recipe

Name: Grandma Ila Nelson'S Lemon Dream Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust; 2 cups flour; 1 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; Filling; 4 eggs; 6 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled); 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 6 tablespoons flour; 2 cups granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 cups finely shredded coconut; Lemon Frosting; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled); 1 teaspoon vanilla; 3 cups powdered sugar (or more if needed to create spreading consistency)

Servings: persons

Crust
2 cups flour
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Filling
4 eggs
6 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
1 lemon, juice and zest of
6 tablespoons flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups finely shredded coconut
Lemon Frosting
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar (or more if needed to create spreading consistency)

1
For Crust: In medium sized bowl, stir together flour and powdered sugar.
2
Cut in butter with pastry blender or the tines of two forks. Press into greased 10x15x1 pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes.
3
For Filling: Beat together eggs, lemon juice, zest and juice of fresh lemon, flour, sugar, baking powder and coconut. Mix well and pour over hot crust. Return pan to oven and bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on wire rack.
4
For Frosting: Beat together butter, lemon juice, vanilla and powdered sugar. Spread over filling when cool.
5
Cut into bars & serve. Store covered.

1868

kcal

Calories

Fat

276

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust, 2 cups flour, 1 cup butter, softened, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and more.

Yes, Grandma Ila Nelson'S Lemon Dream Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grandma Ila Nelson'S Lemon Dream Bars

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