Mama'S Lemon Sour Cookie Bars Recipe

Name: Mama'S Lemon Sour Cookie Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sifted flour; 1/3 cup butter, softened; 2 large eggs; 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed; 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans; 3/4 cup moist flaked coconut; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar (approximately)

Servings: persons

3/4 cup sifted flour
1/3 cup butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
3/4 cup moist flaked coconut
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar (approximately)

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["Preheat the oven to 350u00b0.", "Mix the flour and butter together until it resembles a very fine crumb.", "Sprinkle evenly into the bottom of an 11 X 7"" pan, and pat lightly to smooth out any lumps.", "Bake for 10 minutes at 350u00b0.", "Meanwhile beat the eggs, and mix in the brown sugar, nuts, coconut, vanilla and baking powder.", "Spread this mixture onto the baked crust as soon as you take it from the oven.", "Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes at 350u00b0.", "Mix the lemon rind and juice with the confectioner's sugar to make a creamy glaze.", "Spread the lemon glaze evenly over the top of the hot cookie mixture as soon as you take it from the oven.", "Cool completely before cutting into squares.", "Store in an airtight container as the lemon glaze will dry out if left out for more than a day.", "(This is not usually a problem because there are never any leftovers!)**I use the Angel Flake coconut in the can or the bag.", "Any brand of moist, flaked coconut will do, but you do not want to use the dry, shredded coconut for this recipe."]

725

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup sifted flour, 1/3 cup butter, softened, 2 large eggs, 1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed, and more.

Yes, Mama'S Lemon Sour Cookie Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mama'S Lemon Sour Cookie Bars

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