Lemon Crumble Bars 1968

Take a step back in time with these nostalgic Lemon Crumble Bars 1968—a sweet and tangy treat inspired by retro baking traditions. These bars feature a buttery, crumbly base and topping made with all-purpose flour, sugar, and rich, unsalted butter, perfectly paired with a luscious lemon filling crafted from fresh lemon juice, zesty lemon peel, and eggs. With their golden crumb topping and optional powdered sugar garnish, these bars strike the ideal balance of brightness and indulgence. Ready in just under an hour, they’re a delightful dessert or snack for any occasion, perfect for vintage recipe enthusiasts or anyone craving a citrusy pick-me-up. Simple to make and irresistibly flavorful, these Lemon Crumble Bars will quickly become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1.25 cups unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cups fresh lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon zest
• 0.25 cups powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting some paper overhang the sides for easier removal later.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well blended.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter (or your fingers), cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture forms a fine, crumbly texture. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of this mixture for the topping and set it aside.

Step 4

Press the remaining crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Pour the lemon mixture over the partially baked crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the top.

Step 7

Bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the lemon filling is set.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool to room temperature in the pan. Once cool, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan.

Step 9

Dust with powdered sugar (optional) before slicing into 16 squares. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3721.1

Total Fat 142.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1054mg	0%
Sodium 759.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 579.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 337.3g
Protein 57.9g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 216.1mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 841.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 60.5%