Homemade Lemon Crumb Bars (Bright, Buttery & Irresistible!)

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These Homemade Lemon Crumb Bars are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. With a buttery crumb crust, a luscious fresh lemon filling, and a golden crumble topping, they’re bright, refreshing, and completely irresistible.

Perfect for spring gatherings, summer picnics, bake sales, or whenever you’re craving something citrusy and sweet!

🧾 Ingredients

Crust & Crumble

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Lemon Filling

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make Crust

In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in melted butter and vanilla until crumbly.
Press two-thirds of mixture firmly into prepared pan to form crust.

Step 3: Prepare Filling

Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

Step 4: Assemble

Pour lemon filling over crust. Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture evenly on top.

Step 5: Bake

Bake 25–30 minutes until top is lightly golden and filling is set.

Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing.

⭐ Tips for Perfect Lemon Bars

  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor
  • Chill before cutting for clean slices
  • Dust with powdered sugar before serving
  • Add extra zest for stronger citrus flavor

❄️ Storage

Refrigerate up to 5 days in airtight container. Freeze up to 2 months.

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