Best 2 Lavender Lemon Bars Recipes

Indulge in a tantalizing treat that combines the vibrant flavors of lavender and lemon in perfect harmony – the Lavender Lemon Bars. These delectable bars offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. With a buttery shortbread crust that crumbles perfectly, a luscious lavender-infused lemon curd filling that is both tangy and floral, and a dusting of powdered sugar on top, these bars are a feast for the senses. The recipe also includes variations for a gluten-free crust and a dairy-free filling, catering to diverse dietary preferences. Additionally, discover a delightful Lemon Curd Tart recipe, featuring a crisp pastry crust filled with a creamy and tangy lemon curd, and a Lavender Shortbread Cookies recipe, where the delicate flavor of lavender complements the buttery richness of the cookies. These recipes are easy to follow, requiring minimal effort and yielding maximum satisfaction. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these delightful lavender-lemon creations.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LAVENDER LEMON BARS

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I'm totally addicted to using lavender as flavoring. If you think it sounds weird, may I suggest not knocking it like I did until you try it.

Provided by Angela Davis

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups white sugar
2 teaspoons dried lavender buds
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup virgin coconut oil, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 dash salt
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs, beaten
½ cup lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon extract
½ teaspoon dried lavender buds
¼ cup confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x12 inch baking dish.
Make lavender sugar by blending the sugar and 2 teaspoons lavender buds in a blender; blend until the lavender is powdered.
Blend together with an electric mixer 1/4 cup of the lavender sugar, butter, coconut oil, 2 cups flour, and salt in a bowl until a dough forms; press into the bottom of the prepared dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until the top begins to turn golden brown; about 15 minutes.
While the dough bakes, mix together the remaining lavender sugar, 1/4 cup flour, eggs, lemon juice, lemon extract, and 1/2 teaspoon lavender buds; pour over the baked crust and return to the oven to bake until the center is set, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool completely and dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 55.4 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

LAVENDER LEMON BARS

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Hints of lavender and lemon zest in the crust make these treats a favorite. -Judith Hilinski, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup ground almonds
2 teaspoons dried lavender flowers
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
TOPPING:
1-3/4 cups sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup lemon juice
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar. Add the flour, almonds, lavender and lemon zest; beat until crumbly. Pat into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. , Meanwhile, in another small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, baking soda, eggs and lemon juice; beat until frothy. Pour over hot crust. Return to oven and bake 20-25 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons on hand, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will be less bright.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the bars tough.
Chill the dough before baking. This will help the bars hold their shape.
Bake the bars until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. If you overbake the bars, they will be dry.
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them. This will help them hold their shape.

Conclusion:

Lavender lemon bars are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them tart or sweet, with or without lavender, these bars are sure to please. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give lavender lemon bars a try!

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