Strawberry Lemonade Bars

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 -3 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup pureed strawberry (about 3/4 cup berries)
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan (or use the Baker's Edge pan, if you have one).
  2. Begin by making the crust.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1/4c sugar and 1/2c butter, until smooth and fluffy. Working at a low speed, gradually beat in 1 1/2c flour and 1/4t salt until mixture is crumbly. Pour into prepared pan and press into an even layer. Bake for about 17 minutes, until set at the edges.
  4. While the crust bakes, prepare the filling.
  5. In the bowl of a food processor, combine lemon juice, lemon zest, strawberry puree, sugar and eggs and process until smooth. Add in flour, baking powder and salt, then pulse until smooth.
  6. Gently pour the filling over the hot crust when it has finished baking. Return pan to oven and bake for 23-26 minutes, until the filling is set (There will be a light colored "crust" on top from the sugar in the custard - nothing to worry about).
  7. Cool completely before slicing and use a damp knife to ensure clean slices.
  8. Store bars in the refrigerator, especially on a hot day.
  9. Makes 24 bars.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

461 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.9g 10% DV
Total Fat 26.9g 35% DV
Carbs 54g 20% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 0.4g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12419.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 258.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 1543.8mg 100% DV
Iron 4.6mg 26% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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