Mrs Field's Triple Layered Lemon Bars

Dive into citrus bliss with Mrs. Field's Triple Layered Lemon Bars, a dessert masterpiece that combines a buttery shortbread crust, tangy lemon filling, and a delicate crumble topping. Perfectly balanced between sweet and zesty, these lemon bars are elevated with fresh lemon juice and aromatic zest, packing every bite with vibrant flavor. Crafted in three indulgent layers, the recipe features a golden crust baked to perfection, a luscious lemon filling, and a lightly golden crumb finish for added texture and charm. Whether dusted with powdered sugar or served chilled, these bars make the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat for birthdays, brunches, or any celebration. Ready in under an hour, this recipe simplifies elegance and bursts with the sunny brightness of citrus—ideal for those searching for refined yet easy-to-make lemon dessert recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Powdered sugar
• 1.25 cups Unsalted butter
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.75 cups Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 4

While the crust is cooling, prepare the lemon filling. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and 1/2 cup of flour. Mix until smooth and fully combined.

Step 5

Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and does not jiggle when gently shaken.

Step 6

While the bars are baking, prepare the crumble topping. In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/4 cup of flour and powdered sugar. Cut in 1/4 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 7

After the filling is baked, sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the bars. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the topping is slightly golden.

Step 8

Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang and cut them into squares or rectangles.

Step 9

Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1322.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4324.1

Total Fat 142.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1054mg	0%
Sodium 1351.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 736.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 494.0g
Protein 57.8g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 209.5mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 833.8mg	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: 28.7%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 66.1%