Oatmeal Lemon Bars Recipe

These irresistible Oatmeal Lemon Bars boast a buttery, oat-studded shortbread crust and a tangy, bright lemon filling. A coworker favorite, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The unique oat crust adds delightful texture, making these bars a step above your average lemon squares. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 435.6 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Oatmeal Lemon Bars

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How to Make Oatmeal Lemon Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup rolled oats, ½ cup powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes. Use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  5. Meanwhile, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, and the zest of 2 lemons in a medium bowl.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together ½ cup fresh lemon juice (approximately 2-3 lemons) and 3 large eggs.
  7. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
  8. Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust.
  9. Bake for another 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

140g

Fat

58g

Carbs

20g

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