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Lavender Lemon Bars

Lavender Lemon Bars

Lavender Lemon Bars offer a unique twist on the classic lemon bar, combining zesty lemon and floral lavender for a refreshing dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; or use vegan butter for dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Lavender Sugar Homemade is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 4 large Eggs For egg-free, use aquafaba (3 tablespoons per egg).
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Avoid bottled juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Lavender Sugar Key ingredient.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Helps set the filling.
  • 2 lemons Lemon Zest Feel free to use zest from other citrus fruits.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Optional for dusting.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Swap for almond extract if desired.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Make Lavender Sugar by combining 1 cup of granulated sugar with 2 tablespoons of culinary dried lavender in a food processor, pulse until finely ground, and mix with remaining sugar.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine melted butter, lavender sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl. Stir in flour until crumbly, press into baking pan, and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
  3. While crust bakes, whisk together eggs, lemon juice, lavender sugar, lemon zest, and sift in flour. Stir until smooth.
  4. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C). Pour lemon filling over crust and bake for an additional 25–30 minutes until set.
  5. Cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for 2 hours. Dust with powdered sugar before cutting into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use culinary-grade lavender to avoid bitterness. Fresh lemon juice and zest are recommended for best flavor.

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