Best 6 Grandma Ila Nelsons Lemon Dream Bars Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, "Grandma Ila Nelson's Lemon Dream Bars" stand as a testament to culinary brilliance. These delectable treats, with their symphony of sweet and tangy flavors, have captivated taste buds for generations. Immerse yourself in the legacy of Grandma Ila Nelson's cherished recipe, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to delight your senses and leave you craving more.

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GRANDMA ILA NELSON'S LEMON DREAM BARS



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This recipe came from Whitefish, Montana and was given to me years ago by a dear friend. It had been passed down from her family for generations. I love the fragrance and flavor of lemons. This is by far the easiest and best tasting lemon bar I have come across. I have made it for bake sales, gifts, and simply to serve, and I always have requests for the recipe.

Provided by Jennifer Rosholt

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 24-36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups flour
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
4 eggs
6 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
1 lemon, juice and zest of
6 tablespoons flour
2 cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups finely shredded coconut
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar (or more if needed to create spreading consistency)

Steps:

  • For Crust: In medium sized bowl, stir together flour and powdered sugar.
  • Cut in butter with pastry blender or the tines of two forks. Press into greased 10x15x1 pan. Bake in 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes.
  • For Filling: Beat together eggs, lemon juice, zest and juice of fresh lemon, flour, sugar, baking powder and coconut. Mix well and pour over hot crust. Return pan to oven and bake uncovered for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on wire rack.
  • For Frosting: Beat together butter, lemon juice, vanilla and powdered sugar. Spread over filling when cool.
  • Cut into bars & serve. Store covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 111.7, Carbohydrate 46, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 34.6, Protein 3

LEMON BARS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 1h35m

Yield 20 squares or 40 triangles

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups flour
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
6 extra-large eggs at room temperature
3 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest (4 to 6 lemons)
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup flour
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the crust, cream the butter and sugar until light in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Combine the flour and salt and, with the mixer on low, add to the butter until just mixed. Dump the dough onto a well-floured board and gather into a ball. Flatten the dough with floured hands and press it into a 9 by 13 by 2-inch baking sheet, building up a 1/2-inch edge on all sides. Chill.
  • Bake the crust for 15 to 20 minutes, until very lightly browned. Let cool on a wire rack. Leave the oven on.
  • For the filling, whisk together the eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and flour. Pour over the crust and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the filling is set. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Cut into triangles and dust with confectioners' sugar.

LEMON DREAM BARS



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This is a recipe I have had for about thirty years. It has stood the test of time and is as good today as it was then.

Provided by bluebayou

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅓ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the 2 tablespoons of sugar with the 1 cup of flour. Cut in the 1/3 cup of butter until mixture is coarse crumbs. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside to cool.
  • In the same bowl, stir together the sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. Stir in the coconut and chopped nuts until everything is coated. Spread the mixture evenly over the baked crust. Return to the oven to bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes.
  • To make the icing, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice and confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth. Pour and spread over the top of the bars as soon as they come out of the oven. Cool for 15 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 122.8 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

DREAM BARS



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Dream Bars come from Hillary Lawson of Plummer, Idaho. "These bar cookies are a family favorite and excellent travelers," explains Hillary. "Wonderfully moist and chewy, they're define winners with the men and kids."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
FILLING
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Pat into a 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar; stir in vanilla. Combine flour and salt; add to egg mixture. Fold in coconut and walnuts. Spread over baked crust. Return to oven and bake 20-25 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREAT GRANDMA'S LEMON BARS



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Make and share this Great Grandma's Lemon Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OneBusyMomma

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup margarine
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 lemon
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 350 degrees.
  • Mix first 3 ingredients until crumbly.
  • Pat into 9 x 13 pan.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Bet eggs in a bowl.
  • Mix sugar with 3 Tbsp sugar.
  • Add to beaten eggs.
  • Juice the lemon and add to mixture along with lemon rind.
  • Mix and pour over hot crust.
  • Return to oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Once cool, sift powder sugar over the top and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 90.7, Carbohydrate 25.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 17, Protein 2.2

LEMON DREAM BARS



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This is a recipe I have had for about thirty years. It has stood the test of time and is as good today as it was then.

Provided by bluebayou

Categories     Lemon Desserts

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

⅓ cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the 2 tablespoons of sugar with the 1 cup of flour. Cut in the 1/3 cup of butter until mixture is coarse crumbs. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside to cool.
  • In the same bowl, stir together the sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. Stir in the coconut and chopped nuts until everything is coated. Spread the mixture evenly over the baked crust. Return to the oven to bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes.
  • To make the icing, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice and confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth. Pour and spread over the top of the bars as soon as they come out of the oven. Cool for 15 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 122.8 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will not be as good.
  • Don't overbeat the egg whites. Overbeaten egg whites will make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will prevent them from falling apart.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Grandma Ila Nelson's Lemon Dream Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the sweet and tangy lemon filling, the creamy whipped cream topping, and the buttery shortbread crust is simply irresistible. These bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give Grandma Ila Nelson's Lemon Dream Bars a try. You won't be disappointed.

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