Chex Lemon Bars Recipe

These Chex Lemon Bars are a family Christmas tradition—and for good reason! They're incredibly easy, budget-friendly, and bursting with bright, zesty flavor. Cut into small squares for a stunning cookie tray (think 81 mini bars!), or larger bars for a more casual treat. The secret? Adding the hot lemon filling to the still-warm crust for a perfectly gooey, irresistible texture. A 9x13 inch pan is key (don't use an 8x8!). Try a lime version for a fun twist!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 78 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chex Lemon Bars

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How to Make Chex Lemon Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the crust: In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until evenly coated.
  3. Press the Chex mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes.
  5. While the crust bakes, prepare the lemon filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
  6. Remove the crust from the oven. Immediately pour the lemon filling over the hot crust.
  7. Bake for another 40 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden brown.
  8. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for easier cutting.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g