Description
Quick and Easy Lemon Raspberry Squares are a delightful dessert that perfectly balances zesty lemon and sweet raspberry flavors. With a buttery crust and vibrant filling, these squares are simple to make and ideal for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself to a sweet indulgence, these delicious bites promise to impress. Enjoy them chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing treat that brightens up your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Gradually add flour, mixing until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While it bakes, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and flour until smooth.
- Gently fold in fresh raspberries into the lemon mixture.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg