Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake Bars are a delightful and refreshing dessert that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the crunch of poppy seeds, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until smooth, then add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
- For a sweeter taste, you can add a glaze made of powdered sugar and lemon juice on top.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- These bars can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Lemon Poppy Seed Cake Bars, Lemon Bars, Dessert, Refreshing Dessert