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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For the Crust:
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2 tbsp buttermilk
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2 large egg yolks
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3/4 tsp vanilla extract
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2 ½ cups flour
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1 ⅓ cups powdered sugar
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Pinch of salt
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1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
For the Filling:
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1 ⅓ cups raspberries
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1 ¾ cups sugar, divided
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4 large eggs, lightly whisked
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3 tbsp flour
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1 tsp lemon zest
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2/3 cup lemon juice
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Instructions
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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.
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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
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To make the crust easier to work with, chill it before rolling out or pressing it into the pan.
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If you prefer, you can strain the lemon filling before baking to remove any pulp or seeds for a smoother texture.
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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