Indulge in the delightful taste of Homemade Lemon Crumb Bars, a perfect treat that combines a creamy lemon filling with a buttery oat crust and a crumbly topping. These bars boast a lovely balance of sweet and tart flavors, making each bite a refreshing experience. Ideal for summer picnics, cozy family gatherings, or as an everyday snack, these bars are simple to make and can easily be customized. With easy preparation steps and minimal ingredients needed, even novice bakers can impress their friends and family with this zesty dessert.
Total Time:42 minutes
Yield:Makes approximately 16 servings
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons sour cream (or plain yogurt)
1 large egg yolk
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In one bowl, combine flour, oats, salt, and baking soda. In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine wet and dry ingredients, setting aside 3/4 cup for topping. Press the remaining mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, sour cream, egg yolk, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Pour over the baked crust.
Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture on top and bake for an additional 17 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
