Description
Raspberry Lemonade Bars are a delightful dessert that perfectly balances the tangy flavor of fresh raspberries with the zesty brightness of lemon. These soft, brownie-like bars are topped with a shiny lemon raspberry glaze, making them a visually appealing treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a summer gathering or enjoying a quiet afternoon snack, these bars offer a refreshing taste that will impress friends and family alike. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe is accessible to bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and inviting presentation of Raspberry Lemonade Bars, and make them your go-to dessert for warm-weather events.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4–1 cup fresh raspberries
- For the glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp seedless raspberry jam
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8 square pan.
- In a large bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, salt, and lemon zest; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour until just combined.
- Gently fold in fresh raspberries without crushing them. Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until edges are brown and center is set.
- While cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, raspberry jam, lemon juice, and zest.
- Once cooled, pour glaze over bars and allow to set before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg