Best 4 Lemon And Almond Butter Bars Recipes

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Do you have a sweet tooth and a love for tangy desserts? If so, then lemon and almond butter bars are a must-try. These delectable treats combine the zesty flavor of lemons with the creamy richness of almond butter to create a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps to create the ultimate lemon and almond butter bars that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON ALMOND BARS



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Make and share this Lemon Almond Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup flour
2 tablespoons freshly grated fresh lemon rind
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Make the bottom layer: in a bowl cream together the butter, sugar, and salt until fluffy; stir in flour until well mixed.
  • Press mixture into an ungreased 13x9 baking pan.
  • Bake at 325°F for about 35 minutes or until golden.
  • Make the topping: in a separate bowl whisk together the eggs, sugar, flour, lemon rind, and juice until smooth; pour over the baked bottom layer.
  • Sprinkle with the sliced almonds and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until set.
  • Let cool on rack, then cut into bars.

AUDREY'S LEMON MERINGUE BARS



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We are always trying to find new ways to use the fruit from our lemon tree. My 13-year-old daughter, Audrey, decided to combine two of my lemony favorites: lemon bars and lemon meringue pie. After several intense hours in the kitchen (and warding off her horde of brothers), these delicious lemon meringue bars were born. -Monica Fearnside, Rancho Palos Verdes, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cold butter
1-1/3 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
3 large egg whites, room temperature
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
7 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides., In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into bottom of prepared pan. Bake until light golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack., For filling, in another large bowl, mix sugar, lemon juice, eggs, flour and zest until combined. Pour over crust. Bake until set and top is dry, 22-27 minutes., Meanwhile, for meringue, in a large bowl, beat egg whites with lemon zest and cream of tartar on medium speed until foamy. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until stiff glossy peaks form. Spread or pipe over hot filling., Bake until meringue is golden brown, 15-18 minutes. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMON & ALMOND SHORTBREAD BARS



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These zesty bars will disappear quickly so make sure you save one for yourself! Jazz up your standard shortbread recipe - great for a summer party

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Dessert, Treat

Time 1h10m

Yield makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

125g butter , chopped
85g golden caster sugar
175g plain flour
50g ground almonds
1 tbsp milk
zest 3 lemons , plus juice 4 lemons (about 225ml juice)
5 large eggs
250g golden caster sugar
25g plain flour
25g toasted flaked almonds
icing sugar , for dusting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line a 20cm square loose-bottomed cake tin with baking parchment. Tip the butter, sugar and a pinch of salt into a large bowl, and beat with an electric whisk until pale and fluffy. Add the flour, ground almonds and milk. Use a wooden spoon and then your hands to bring the mixture together to form a dough.
  • Use your fingers to spread the shortbread dough over the bottom of the tin, right into the corners. Bake for 35 mins until golden.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the lemon topping. Whisk the lemon juice and eggs together in a jug. In a bowl, combine the sugar, flour and zest. Strain the lemon mixture through a sieve onto the sugar mixture and whisk to combine.
  • When the tin is cool enough to handle, wrap the outside tightly in foil - this will prevent the lemon mixture seeping out. Pour over the shortbread and return to the oven for 15 mins. Scatter over the almonds and bake for another 5 mins until the topping has set. Cool completely in the tin, then lift out, dust with icing sugar and cut into bars. Will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 29 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

ALMOND-COCONUT LEMON BARS



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Give traditional lemon bars a tasty twist with the addition of almonds and coconut. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup blanched almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, almonds and lemon zest; cover and process until nuts are finely chopped. Add butter; pulse just until mixture is crumbly. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, coconut, lemon juice, flour, lemon zest and baking powder; pour over the hot crust. Bake until light golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use unsalted butter: This will help you control the amount of salt in the bars and prevent them from becoming too salty.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the mixture and make the bars light and airy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the eggs from curdling and ensure that they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients gradually: This will help to prevent the mixture from becoming too dry and crumbly.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the bars tough and dense.
  • Bake the bars until they are just set: Overbaking can make the bars dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Lemon and almond butter bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their bright citrus flavor and nutty crunch, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these lemon and almond butter bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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