Lemon Thyme Bars Recipe

Name: Lemon Thyme Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Butter, for greasing dish; Flour, for dusting dish; 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Servings: persons

Butter, for greasing dish
Flour, for dusting dish
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup powdered sugar

1
Place an oven rack in the center of the oven.
2
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter and flour an 8 by 8-inch glass baking dish.
3
In a small bowl combine flour, thyme and salt.
4
Set aside.
5
Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together 1 stick of butter and powdered sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 30 seconds.
6
Beat in the lemon juice and vanilla.
7
Reduce the speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture.
8
Using damp fingers, press the dough into the prepared pan.
9
Bake for 30 minutes until golden.
10
Cool for 30 minutes.
11
In a medium bowl, whisk the lemon juice and powdered sugar together until smooth.
12
Spoon the glaze over the cooled crust.
13
Allow the glaze to harden, at room temperature, for at least 1 hour.
14
Using a metal spatula, remove the crust from the pan.
15
Cut into 1 1/2-inch square bars and arrange on a serving platter or store airtight in a plastic container at room temperature.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Butter, for greasing dish, Flour, for dusting dish, 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Lemon Thyme 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.

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Lemon Thyme Bars

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