Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Bars, a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess. These bars feature a soft, brownie-like texture complemented by the crunch of poppy seeds, making them an irresistible addition to any gathering or a sweet indulgence for yourself. The zesty lemon glaze adds an extra layer of flavor, ensuring each bite is bursting with brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Zest from 1/2 lemon
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for glaze)
- Zest from 1/2 lemon (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8 square pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, salt, and zest until well mixed.
- Gradually add flour and mix until just combined; gently fold in poppy seeds.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg