Description
Indulge in the delightful balance of flavors with Glazed Lemon Poppy Seed Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion. These soft, chewy bars combine the tangy brightness of fresh lemon with the unique nuttiness of poppy seeds, all topped off with a zesty glaze that enhances their appeal. Whether as a sweet snack or a show-stopping dessert at your next gathering, these bars are sure to impress. With their easy preparation and versatile serving options, they are ideal for brunches, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- Zest from 1 lemon
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 Tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for the glaze)
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice (for the glaze)
- Zest from another lemon (for the glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8 square pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, lemon juice, salt, and zest; mix well.
- Fold in flour until just combined, then gently incorporate poppy seeds.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 18-22 minutes or until edges are golden and center is set.
- Let cool completely before preparing the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest together.
- Spread glaze over cooled bars, cut into squares, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg