Description
These Lemon Icebox Bars feature a delicious graham cracker crust and a zesty lemon filling that is both refreshing and satisfying, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (about 175 g) graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons (37 g) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter
- melted
- pinch salt
- 1 14-ounce can (396 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- ½ cup (120 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 ½ to 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- In another mixing bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Icebox Bars!
Notes
For a more intense lemon flavor, feel free to add more zest or lemon juice according to your taste preference. These can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Lemon Icebox Bars, dessert, lemon dessert, summer treats, easy dessert