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honey lemon bars

A tangy and sweet honey lemon bar with a buttery crust and zesty lemon flavor.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoons white whole wheat flour
  • 6 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into bits and chilled
  • 1 tablespoon 0% Greek yogurt
  • 0.33 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons white whole wheat flour
  • 0.125 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar for dusting on top

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by lightly spraying with baking spray.
  3. Line the pan with parchment paper, hanging over the sides to lift out after baking.
  4. Combine flours, brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt in a food processor until well mixed.
  5. Add cold butter and yogurt, pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the prepared pan.
  6. Bake the crust for about 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a rack for 20 minutes.
  7. Increase oven temperature to 325°F. Whisk eggs, honey, lemon zest, flour, and salt in a bowl.
  8. Stir in lemon juice, pour over cooled crust.
  9. Bake for approximately 22 to 25 minutes until set.
  10. Refrigerate overnight if possible. Slice into 12 squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

A deliciously tangy treat perfect for spring or summer gatherings.