Best 2 Lemon Pecan Bars Recipes
Are you craving a delightful treat that combines the tangy zest of lemons with the nutty crunch of pecans? Look no further than lemon pecan bars! These classic dessert bars boast a luscious lemon filling nestled between layers of buttery shortbread crust and pecan-studded topping. With their burst of citrusy flavor and irresistible texture, lemon pecan bars make the perfect treat for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, craving a sweet snack, or simply want to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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PECAN LEMON BARS
June Trom of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota takes advantage of convenient refrigerated cookie dough to make these luscious lemon squares. "My 27 grandchildren love their sweet and tangy flavor," she reports.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 to 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut dough into 1/2-in. slices; press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup pecans; press firmly into crust. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown. Reduce heat to 350°. , In a small bowl, combine the corn syrup, lemon juice, egg, butter and lemon zest. Combine the sugar, flour and remaining pecans; stir into lemon mixture until blended. Pour over crust., Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
LEMON PECAN BARS
This is a recipe I adopted from the Recipezaar account but it did not work for me. Chef Karen has been so kind to look into this recipe and she made the alterations to make this recipe work..many thanks Karen!
Provided by PetsRus
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 30m
Yield 36 Bars
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- In large bowl, with electric mixer on medium, beat butter, flour, sugar and 2 tsp lemon zest until mixture forms large crumbs.
- Pat crumb mixture into 13x9-inch baking pan.
- Bake 15 minutes, take out of the oven and lower the heat to 325°F.
- Combine condensed milk, coconut, pecans, remaining 2 teaspoons lemon zest and the lemon juice.
- Spread this mixture on top of the hot baked crust, then return to the oven.
- Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Transfer pan to wire rack and cool completely.
- Cut into 36 bars.
Tips:
- Use fresh lemons. Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the best flavor for these bars.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough crust.
- Press the crust firmly into the pan. This will help to prevent the crust from crumbling.
- Bake the bars until the center is set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
Conclusion:
Lemon pecan bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover lemons, and they are always a hit with friends and family. With their bright citrus flavor and crunchy pecan topping, these bars are sure to be a favorite.
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