Lemon Crumble Bars 1968 Recipe

Relive the nostalgic flavors of 1968 with these easy and delicate Lemon Crumble Bars! This retro recipe uses a simple lemon pie filling (made with water and egg, or use pre-made canned filling) and a buttery soda cracker crumble topping. A delightful balance of tart and sweet, these bars are perfect for any occasion. Easy to make, freeze beautifully, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 139.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Crumble Bars 1968

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How to Make Lemon Crumble Bars 1968

  1. Prepare the lemon pie filling according to package directions using 1 envelope of Jell-O or Sheriff's brand lemon pie filling mix (the kind made with water and egg, not cooked with milk).
  2. Remove the lemon filling from heat and let it cool completely.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Grease a 9x9 inch square baking pan.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
  6. Cut in ½ cup (1 stick) room temperature unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Add 1 cup finely crushed soda crackers.
  8. Stir in ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup shredded coconut.
  9. Press half of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
  10. Evenly pour the cooled lemon pie filling over the crust.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture evenly over the filling and gently pat down.
  12. Bake for 12-16 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.
  14. Once cooled, cut into small squares. These bars can be frozen for later enjoyment.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

25g

Carbs

5g

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