Light Lemon Bars Recipe

Name: Light Lemon Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: nonstick cooking spray; ¾ cup all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; ¼ cup margarine; 1 egg; 1 egg white; ⅔ cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 tablespoon water; ¼ teaspoon baking powder; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Servings: persons

nonstick cooking spray
¾ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
¼ cup margarine
1 egg
1 egg white
⅔ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

1
Spray an 8x8x2-inch baking pan with nonstick spray; set pan aside.
2
In a small mixing bowl combine 3/4 cup flour and 3 tablespoons granulated sugar.
3
Cut in margarine until crumbly.
4
Pat mixture onto the bottom of the prepared pan.
5
Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 15 minutes.
6
Meanwhile, in the same bowl combine egg and egg white.
7
Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until frothy.
8
Add 2/3 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, lemon peel, lemon juice, water, and baking powder.
9
Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes or until slightly thickened.
10
Pour mixture over baked layer in pan.
11
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes more or until edges are light brown and center is set.
12
Cool in pan on a wire rack.
13
Sift powdered sugar over top.
14
Cut into bars.
15
Store in refrigerator.

370

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Protein

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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

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: nonstick cooking spray, ¾ cup all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, ¼ cup margarine, and more.

Yes, Light Lemon 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!

Light Lemon Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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