Lemon Walnut Bars Recipe

Name: Lemon Walnut Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Crust; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2/3 cup packed golden brown sugar; 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest; 1 pinch salt; 6 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into pieces; 1/4 cup untoasted walnut pieces, ground coarse; Filling; 3/4 cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted walnuts; icing sugar; walnut halves

Servings: persons

Crust
1 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup packed golden brown sugar
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 pinch salt
6 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into pieces
1/4 cup untoasted walnut pieces, ground coarse
Filling
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
icing sugar
walnut halves

1
For crust: Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350u00b0F.
2
Mix first 4 ingredients in a bowl, add butter and walnuts and cut in using fingertips until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
3
Firmly press crumbs on bottom of 9-inch square baking pan.
4
Bake crust until golden-brown, about 20 minutes.
5
Cool while preparing filling.
6
Maintain oven temperature.
7
For filling: Whisk 3/4 cup sugar, eggs and peel in medium bowl until light and fluffy.
8
Whisk in lemon juice, flour and soda.
9
Pour over crust.
10
Bake until just set and edges are lightly-browned, about 12 minutes.
11
Sprinkle chopped walnuts over.
12
Cut into squares, sift icing sugar over, and top each square with a walnut half.

800

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Crust, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 2/3 cup packed golden brown sugar, 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Lemon Walnut 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Walnut Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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