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Meyer Lemon Cake Bars

Zesty Meyer Lemon Cake Bars That Brighten Your Day

Delightful Meyer Lemon Cake Bars that are easy to make, perfect for sharing, and suitable for gluten-free and low FODMAP diets.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Consider using salted butter if unsalted is unavailable.
  • 1 cups Sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 4 large Eggs For a vegan version, consider using flax eggs.
  • 1 tbsp Meyer Lemon Juice Adjust sugar if using regular lemons.
  • 2 tsp Meyer Lemon Zest Zest before juicing for ease.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it is fresh for best results.
  • 0.125 tsp Baking Soda Works with acidity of lemon juice.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cups Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness and smooth texture.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Meyer Lemon Juice for glaze Adds zest to the glaze.
  • 2 tsp Meyer Lemon Zest for glaze Elevates glaze with freshness.

Equipment

  • 9" x 9" baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • hand or stand mixer
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9" x 9" baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter and sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Fold in Meyer lemon juice and zest.
  4. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  5. Spread batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 30 minutes until edges are golden.
  6. Let the bars cool in the pan for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Whisk together powdered sugar, fresh Meyer lemon juice, and zest for the glaze until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cake bars, then cut into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 190IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freeze unglazed bars for up to 3 months.

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