Sour Cream Lemon Slice Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Sour Cream Lemon Slice! This irresistible dessert combines a buttery shortbread crust, a tangy and creamy sour cream lemon filling, and a cloud of whipped cream. A delightful twist on classic lemon bars, it's the perfect treat for lemon lovers and dessert enthusiasts. Warning: Not for the faint of heart (or those on strict diets!).

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 541.9 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Sour Cream Lemon Slice

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How to Make Sour Cream Lemon Slice

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. **Make the Shortbread Crust:** In a medium bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ½ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 large egg yolk. Gradually add 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. **Make the Sour Cream Lemon Filling:** In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups sour cream, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons), 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Pour the filling over the baked crust.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Let the lemon slice cool completely on a wire rack before topping with whipped cream.
  7. **Make the Whipped Cream Topping:** In a chilled bowl, beat 2 cups heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently spread the whipped cream over the cooled lemon slice.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

118g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sour Cream Lemon Slice?

Sour Cream Lemon Slice takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sour Cream Lemon Slice?

Sour Cream Lemon Slice has approximately 541.9 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 58 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sour Cream Lemon Slice?

The key ingredients for Sour Cream Lemon Slice are Butter, Flour, Icing Sugar, White Sugar, Cornstarch, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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