Description

These Strawberry Lemon Crumb Bars are buttery, bright, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. A soft, golden crumb crust holds a sweet-tart strawberry lemon filling, all topped with a delicate crumble layer that bakes to perfection. Perfect for spring gatherings, summer picnics, or a cozy afternoon treat, these bars balance sweetness and citrus beautifully while staying soft and tender in every bite.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 large egg
Zest of 1 lemon
2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
1/3 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Add cold cubed butter and cut it into the dry ingredients until crumbly.
Mix in the egg and lemon zest until a soft crumb dough forms.
Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
In another bowl, stir together chopped strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
Spread the strawberry mixture evenly over the crust.
Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top.
Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the top is lightly golden.
Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries. Frozen strawberries can be used but must be thawed and drained well. Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. These bars also freeze beautifully for up to 2 months. For extra brightness, add a little extra lemon zest to the crumble topping.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: B
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 280
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg