Description
Indulge in Snowflake Lemon Butter Cookie Bars, the perfect balance of creamy butter and zesty lemon. These luscious dessert bars boast a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth, making them ideal for any occasion—from picnics to family gatherings. With their delightful citrus aroma and effortless preparation, these cookie bars will surely become a favorite among friends and family. Enjoy a taste of sunshine in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix the freshly grated lemon zest and lemon juice into the batter until well combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour mixed with baking powder and salt; fold gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth out evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown around the edges and set in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares; dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg