Lemon Bars with Espresso Glaze
Zesty lemon bars drizzled with a rich, bold espresso glaze. A combination of sweetness, tang, and coffee that will keep you hooked.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Bars:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp baking powder
For the Espresso Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust: Combine flour and powdered sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Press the Crust: Press the mixture into the prepared pan for an even base.
- Bake the Crust: Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Prepare the Filling: Whisk eggs, sugar, flour, lemon zest, lemon juice, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour the Filling: Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake the Bars: Bake for 18-20 minutes until the filling is set and golden around the edges.
- Cool the Bars: Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make the Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar, espresso, and vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle the Glaze: Drizzle the espresso glaze over the cooled lemon bars.
- Slice and Serve: Slice into squares and serve!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 4%
- Iron: 2%
- Calcium: 2%
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Vitamin B6: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, feel free to increase the espresso in the glaze.
- For extra zing, try adding more lemon zest to the filling.
- These bars are best served chilled after the glaze has set for a few hours.