Sugar Cookie Lemonade Crumble Bars
These Sugar Cookie Lemonade Crumble Bars combine the sweet-tart magic of lemonade with the buttery richness of sugar cookies, creating an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 package sugar cookie mix
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar cookie mix, softened butter, and one tablespoon of flour. Mix until crumbly. Press about 2/3 of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even layer.
- In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Pour the mixture evenly over the sugar cookie base.
- Take the remaining sugar cookie mixture and crumble it over the lemon filling. It’s okay if some filling peeks through.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Slice into squares or bars.
Notes
For clean slices, chill the bars in the fridge for about 20 minutes before cutting. Use fresh lemons for the best flavor, and avoid overmixing the sugar cookie dough to keep the base light and crumbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18
- Fat: 9
- Protein: 2
Keywords: sugar cookie bars, lemon dessert, easy crumble bars, summer dessert, sweet and tangy bars