Best 4 Easy Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars, a delightful treat that combines the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. These luscious bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, a velvety lemon curd filling bursting with citrusy goodness, and a creamy raspberry mousse topping that adds a touch of elegance.

The combination of lemon and raspberry creates a vibrant flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. The shortbread crust provides a sturdy base for the creamy filling, while the raspberry mousse adds a light and fluffy texture. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a summer gathering, a holiday party, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy with your loved ones.

In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating these mouthwatering Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars with three different recipes: a classic version, a gluten-free option, and a vegan alternative. Each recipe includes detailed instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful images to ensure your baking journey is a success.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more of these delightful Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON-RASPBERRY CREAM BARS



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Lemon bars are a breeze to make when cake mix gives you a jumpstart. Raspberry preserves and cream cheese bump up the yum factor.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ lemon cake mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs
3/4 cup raspberry preserves
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons milk
12 oz white chocolate baking bars, chopped
2 to 3 teaspoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease bottom only of 15x10x1-inch pan.
  • In large bowl, mix cake mix, butter and eggs with spoon until well blended. With floured fingers, press evenly in pan.
  • Bake 14 to 18 minutes or until light golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes. Spread evenly with preserves. Cool 30 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese and milk with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth; set aside.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, melt white chocolate over low heat, stirring frequently. Add warm melted white chocolate to cream cheese mixture; beat on medium speed until creamy (mixture may look slightly curdled). Carefully spread over preserves. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until set.
  • Sprinkle powdered sugar over top. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

LEMON RASPBERRY CRUMB BARS



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These not-too-sweet bars, with an in-your-face lemon flavor, are a quick dessert to make anytime. The bars have the very slightest hint at a crumb topping, which adds a nice bit of texture, in my opinion-but feel free to skip that part entirely, and simply use the whole mixture for the bottom crust instead. They taste great at room temp, but are even better cold! Store in the refrigerator.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes     Lemon Bar Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon salt, divided
¾ cup unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
6 ounces fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9-inch square pan with enough parchment paper to have overhang on all sides.
  • Mix together 1 1/2 cups flour, powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until combined. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Measure out 1/2 cup of the crumb mixture and set aside to use for the topping. Press remaining crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Bake crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • While crust bakes, prepare filling: Mix together white sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until well combined.
  • Remove crust from oven and scatter raspberries evenly over top. Pour filling evenly over the raspberries, then sprinkle reserved 1/2 cup crumb mixture randomly over top.
  • Place pan back into the oven and bake until bars are set, 20 to 25 minutes. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan, 30 to 45 minutes. Use the parchment overhang to remove from the pan and cut into 9 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47.2 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 161 mg, Sugar 28 g

LEMON-RASPBERRY BARS



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Bright and lemony, this cookie bar topped with sweet raspberries will go fast at your next potluck.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
Butter and egg called for on cookie mix pouch
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon peel
1 cup fresh raspberries
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon peel
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix Cookie Base ingredients with spoon until soft dough forms. Press into pan. Bake 14 to 16 minutes or until light golden brown. Sprinkle raspberries on crust. Lightly press raspberries into crust.
  • In medium bowl, beat 3 eggs, granulated sugar and flour with whisk until well blended. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon peel and the lemon juice. Pour evenly over raspberries on crust.
  • Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, sprinkle top with powdered sugar. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Cover and refrigerate any remaining bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY RASPBERRY BARS



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Make and share this Easy Raspberry Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by aloha808

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
1 (10 ounce) jar raspberry preserves

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°.
  • Combine Flour, Sugar, Walnuts, Butter and Egg in large bowl.
  • Beat on low speed for 2 minutes, or until mixture is crumbly.
  • Reserve 1-1/2 cups of Crumb Mixture for topping.
  • Press remaining crumb mixture in botom of 11" x 7" baking pan.
  • Stir Raspberry Preserves until smooth; spread over crumb crust, to within 1/2" of sides of pan.
  • Crumble the 1-1/2 cups of reserved mixture over the top.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until lightly browned.
  • Cool completely and cut into small bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.3, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 28.1, Sodium 74.9, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 14.5, Protein 2.3

Tips for Making Perfect Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars:

- **Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.** This means using fresh lemons, raspberries, and cream cheese. - **Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.** This will help to ensure a smooth and creamy filling. - **Do not overmix the batter.** Overmixing can result in a tough and dense crust. - **Bake the bars until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.** The filling should not be too jiggly when you shake the pan. - **Let the bars cool completely before cutting them.** This will help to prevent them from falling apart. - **Serve the bars chilled or at room temperature.** They are delicious either way!

Conclusion:

Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and always a hit with guests. With their bright and cheerful flavor, these bars are sure to brighten up your day. So next time you are looking for a delicious and refreshing treat, give these Lemon Raspberry Cream Bars a try!

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