Lemon Strawberry Cake Bars | A Simple Spring Dessert Recipe

I know Colorado is having a blizzard right now, but where I live spring has definitely sprung! And when spring time comes around I start thinking about light and fresh flavors – like lemons and strawberries!

Every homemaker, needs simple dessert recipes she can whip up for special occasions or just for an ordinary weeknight. This recipe is perfect for either! This recipe would also be perfect to share with friends over a light lunch or as a special treat for a baby shower. You could serve these Lemon Strawberry Cake Bars for Easter dinner or any occasion at all. I’m sure you’ll love them!

It only takes a few minutes to mix this recipe for Lemon Strawberry Cake Bars together and pop in the oven. Once cooled, drizzle on the yummy lemon glaze and you’ll be ready to slice the bars and share with those you love.

Lemon Strawberry Cake Bars

For this recipe you’ll need:

• 1 cup of butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 lemons, zested
• Juice of 2 lemons, divided
• 2 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup fresh strawberries
• 1 cup powdered sugar

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• Hand Mixer
• Rubber Spatulas
• 8 x 8 Glass Baking Dish
• Mixing Bowls
• Whisk 

How to Make Lemon Strawberry Cake Bars Video

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Lemon Strawberry Cake Bars

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

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Ingredients

• 1 cup of butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 lemons, zested
• Juice of 2 lemons, divided
• 2 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 cup fresh strawberries
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees, and spray an 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder, set aside.
3. In another large bowl, fluff together sugar and butter, mixing for about 2 minutes.
4. Add egg, lemon zest, and juice from 1 1/2 lemons, mix well.
5. Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, slowly, mixing well between additions.
6. Gently fold strawberries into dough.
7. Press dough into the 8x8 pan and bake for 38-40 minutes.
8. Once cooled, whisk together powdered sugar and juice of 1/2 lemon to make glaze.
9. Pour over bars, and enjoy!

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 502Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 387mgCarbohydrates: 69gFiber: 3gSugar: 38gProtein: 5g

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