Lemon Raspberry Swirl Bars Delight (Recipe for Printing)
Brighten any spring day or summer event with these lemon raspberry swirl bars, packed with citrus zest and luscious berries. Delight your guests with this flavorful treat. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Base
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Raspberry Lemon Swirl
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1/2 cup fresh raspberries or frozen raspberries, thawed
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
→ Finish
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully blended.
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Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
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In a separate bowl, lightly mash raspberries with a fork. Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest.
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Drop spoonfuls of raspberry lemon mixture over the batter. Swirl gently with a knife or toothpick to create a marbled pattern.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. If using parchment, lift the bars out and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
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Once fully cooled, dust bars with powdered sugar and cut into squares for serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure raspberries are well-drained if previously frozen to maintain desired bar texture.