Lemon Lemonies
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
27 mins
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Cooling Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 42 mins
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Servings
9
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Calories
445 kcal
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Course
Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Lemon Lemonies
Description
Lemon Lemonies start with melting white chocolate and butter carefully to prevent scorching. Eggs, sugar, and lemon juice are then whisked in before folding in flour and an optional pinch of salt. The batter is baked in an 8-by-8-inch pan until the center has moist crumbs but is not wet. This texture ensures a soft and tender bar rather than a dense cake. The white chocolate adds richness and a subtle sweetness that complements the tart lemon components.
The glaze combines confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice to form a smooth, glossy topping that enhances the lemon flavor further. The finishing touch of lemon zest adds fragrance and a burst of citrus aroma. These bars can be served as a refreshing dessert or snack. They keep well stored airtight at room temperature.
Storage instructions advise keeping the bars airtight at room temperature for up to 5-7 days or freezing for up to four months, allowing for advance preparation and longer enjoyment.
Ingredients
For the Bars
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup butter melted, unsalted
- 2 egg large
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- pinch salt optional and to taste
For the Glaze
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- ⅓ cup lemon juice or as necessary for consistency
- 1 tablespoon lemon or to taste, zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, spray with cooking spray; set aside.
For the Bars:
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl add the white chocolate, butter, and heat to melt, about 2 minutes on high power. Stop to check and stir after 1 minute, and then heat in 20-second bursts, stopping to stir after each burst, until mixture can be stirred smooth. White chocolate is very prone to scorching and seizing up, so watch it carefully and don’t overheat.
- Wait momentarily before adding the eggs so you don’t scramble them. Add the eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and whisk until combined.
- Add the flour, optional salt, and stir until just combined; don’t overmix.
- Turn batter out into prepared pan, smoothing the top lightly with a spatula.
- Bake for about 27 to 28 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean, or with a few moist crumbs, but no batter; set aside and make the glaze.
For the Glaze:
- In a medium bowl, add 2 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1/3 cup lemon juice, and whisk until smooth. As necessary, add additional lemon juice (or sugar) to reach desired glaze consistency. I used slightly over 1/3 cup lemon juice. Glaze should be fairly thin and easily pourable.
- Evenly pour glaze over bars, smoothing it lightly with a spatula if necessary, but glaze will likely just slide into place.Evenly sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Allow bars to cool in pan uncovered for at least 2 to 3 hours, (or overnight and cover with a sheet of foil) before slicing and serving so glaze can set up.
Notes
- Store bars airtight at room temperature for up to 5-7 days or freeze up to 4 months for extended freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 445kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 72g | 24% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 104mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 52g | 104% |
| Vitamin A | 374IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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