Best 3 Iced Lemon Shortbread Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful harmony of tangy lemon and buttery shortbread with our Iced Lemon Shortbread Bars recipe. These delectable treats are a perfect blend of sweet and tart, featuring a tender shortbread crust topped with a luscious lemon filling and finished with a refreshing lemon glaze.

The recipe collection offers variations to suit every taste, including a classic Iced Lemon Shortbread Bars recipe for a timeless favorite. For those who prefer a zesty twist, the Lemon Blueberry Shortbread Bars incorporate juicy blueberries into the lemon filling, adding a burst of summery flavor. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, the Gluten-Free Lemon Shortbread Bars are a delightful alternative, offering the same irresistible taste and texture without compromising on quality.

Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all levels can achieve perfect results. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these Iced Lemon Shortbread Bars are sure to become a beloved treat in your kitchen.

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

ICED LEMON SHORTBREAD BARS



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Buttery, rich shortbread bursts with a twist of lemon flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, slightly softened
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 300°F). Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat 3/4 cup powdered sugar, the granulated sugar and butter with electric mixer on low speed until combined. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon peel and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Stir in flour, cornstarch and salt. Press dough in pan with floured fingers.
  • Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir all Lemon Icing ingredients until smooth and spreadable. Spread cooled bars with Lemon Icing; let stand 15 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

ICED LEMON SHORTBREAD BARS



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Make and share this Iced Lemon Shortbread Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 24-36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
3 -4 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • heat oven to 325* -- grease bottom and side of a 13x9 pan -- with crisco.set aside.
  • beat sugars and butter in large mixing bowl -- until combined.
  • beat on medium speed until light and fluffy --
  • stir in lemon zest and lemon juice --
  • stir in flour, cornstarch, and salt.
  • press dough in pan -- with floured fingers.
  • bake 35-45 minutes or top is lightly golden brown --
  • cool completely in pan on wire rack for about 45 minutes.
  • spread with lemon icing -- let stand 15 minutes.until set.
  • for bars, cut into 6x6 rows.
  • to prepare LEMON ICING:.
  • mix all ingredients in medium bowl with spoon until smooth and spreadable.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 20.3, Sodium 79.8, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 15.9, Protein 1.3

ICED LEMON SHORTBREAD BARS



Iced Lemon Shortbread Bars image

Buttery, rich shortbread bursts with a twist of lemon flavor.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, slightly softened
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 300°F). Grease bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with shortening or spray with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat 3/4 cup powdered sugar, the granulated sugar and butter with electric mixer on low speed until combined. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. Stir in 2 tablespoons lemon peel and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Stir in flour, cornstarch and salt. Press dough in pan with floured fingers.
  • Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until top is light golden brown. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir all Lemon Icing ingredients until smooth and spreadable. Spread cooled bars with Lemon Icing; let stand 15 minutes or until set. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 50 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a stand mixer or hand mixer to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to create a smooth, even texture in the shortbread bars.
  • Do not overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the shortbread bars tough.
  • Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. This will help to ensure that the shortbread bars bake evenly.
  • Bake the shortbread bars until they are just set. Overbaking will make the shortbread bars dry and crumbly.
  • Let the shortbread bars cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the shortbread bars into bars. This will help to create clean, even cuts.
  • Serve the shortbread bars immediately or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These iced lemon shortbread bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple shortbread crust and a tangy lemon frosting. The shortbread crust is buttery and crumbly, while the lemon frosting is sweet and tart. The combination of flavors is irresistible!

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