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Glazed Lemon Pie Bars

These Glazed Lemon Pie Bars are a burst of sunshine! Enjoy a perfect balance of tart and sweet with a buttery crust and luscious lemon filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract or lemon extract may be substituted
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 23-ounce jars lemon pie filling
  • 1 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar sifted if yours is particularly lumpy
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract or lemon extract may be substituted
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice as necessary for consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla and almond extracts until fully combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  6. Once the crust is cooled, pour the lemon pie filling over the crust, spreading it out evenly. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
  7. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about an hour. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and enough lemon juice to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
  8. Once the bars are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let it set for about 30 minutes before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, consider using brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • These bars can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • To make gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.