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Raspberry Lemon Tart Bars

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  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12-16 bars (depending on how large you cut them) 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Raspberry Lemon Tart Bars are a perfect balance of sweet and tart, featuring a buttery crust, tangy lemon filling, and juicy raspberries. Perfect for spring gatherings or a light dessert


Ingredients

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  1. For the Crust:

    • 2 tbsp buttermilk

    • 2 large egg yolks

    • 3/4 tsp vanilla extract

    • 2 ½ cups flour

    • 1 ⅓ cups powdered sugar

    • Pinch of salt

    • 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

    For the Filling:

    • 1 ⅓ cups raspberries

    • 1 ¾ cups sugar, divided

    • 4 large eggs, lightly whisked

    • 3 tbsp flour

    • 1 tsp lemon zest

    • 2/3 cup lemon juice


Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust:
    In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg yolks, and vanilla. Set aside.
    In a food processor, pulse the flour, powdered sugar, and salt to combine.
    Add the cold butter and pulse until the mixture resembles pea-sized crumbs.
    While the processor is running, pour in the wet ingredients and mix until the dough starts coming together.
    Transfer the dough onto plastic wrap, form into a disc, and wrap tightly. Refrigerate for 1 hour or freeze for 15-20 minutes.
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Press the chilled dough into a greased 8×8″ pan, covering the bottom and slightly up the sides.
    Wrap the pan in plastic wrap and freeze for 20 minutes.
    Remove the wrap and bake for 20-25 minutes until set but not golden.
    Lower oven temperature to 325°F (163°C).

  • Prepare the Filling:
    In a small bowl, gently mix the raspberries with 1/4 cup sugar. Let sit while making the filling.
    In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, remaining 1 ½ cups sugar, flour, and lemon zest until pale yellow.
    Stir in the lemon juice until combined.

 

  • Assemble & Bake:
    Scatter the raspberries over the warm crust.
    Pour any juices from the raspberries into the lemon filling, whisk again, then pour over the crust.
    Bake at 325°F for 20-30 minutes, until the center is set and no longer jiggles.
    Let cool completely before slicing.
    Serve immediately or wrap and refrigerate overnight for best flavor.


Notes

  • To make the crust easier to work with, chill it before rolling out or pressing it into the pan.

  • If you prefer, you can strain the lemon filling before baking to remove any pulp or seeds for a smoother texture.

 

  • For extra flavor, garnish the bars with additional fresh raspberries and a dusting of powdered sugar just before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 1/12 or 1/16 of the recipe)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg