Best 4 Mamas Lemon Sour Cookie Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Mama's Lemon Sour Cookie Bars, a timeless classic that combines the vibrant zest of lemon with the comforting embrace of buttery shortbread. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a cozy gathering with loved ones or a festive holiday celebration. With a tantalizingly chewy texture and a burst of tangy-sweet flavor, these lemon bars are a symphony of citrusy delight.

But that's not all! This article presents a treasure trove of additional recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Discover the secrets behind Mama's Classic Sugar Cookie Bars, renowned for their melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible sweetness. Embark on a tropical adventure with Pina Colada Bars, a tropical paradise captured in a delectable treat. Treat yourself to the irresistible decadence of Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a timeless classic that never fails to satisfy. And for those with a penchant for nutty goodness, Peanut Butter Bars offer a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter and a buttery shortbread crust.

Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can achieve perfect results. From the zesty zing of lemon to the comforting warmth of chocolate chip cookies, this collection of recipes caters to every palate and preference. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON SOUR CREAM COOKIES



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Sour cream cookies with a lemon twist. These are a big hit in my family and I hope they will be as well in yours. These cookies are similar to miniature cakes. Delish!

Provided by Emily's Delicious Delectables

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ cup sour cream
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 cookie sheets.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Cream butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed. Gradually add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Beat in sour cream, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon extract. Reduce speed to low; beat in dry ingredients just until blended.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of dough on the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them 1 inch apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are set and edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool for 1 minute. Use a wide metal spatula to transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 9.7 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 40.4 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

THE BEST LEMON BARS



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Tart, rich and perfection, all rolled into one! Wow your friends with this simple recipe. Hint: No Substitutions!

Provided by Patty Schenck

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1 ½ cups white sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 lemons, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, blend together softened butter, 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm and golden. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar and 1/4 cup flour. Whisk in the eggs and lemon juice. Pour over the baked crust.
  • Bake for an additional 20 minutes in the preheated oven. The bars will firm up as they cool. For a festive tray, make another pan using limes instead of lemons and adding a drop of green food coloring to give a very pale green. After both pans have cooled, cut into uniform 2 inch squares and arrange in a checker board fashion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 34.2 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 44.4 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

MAMA'S LEMON BARS



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Make and share this Mama's Lemon Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KissKiss

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup butter
1 1/2 cups flour
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar, plus extra for sprinkling on top
3 eggs
3 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Using a mixer, mix together first three ingredients and press into a 9x13 inch pan then bake for 20 minutes.
  • Mix remaining ingredients and pour over hot crust, then bake for 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 100, Sodium 119.6, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 34.2, Protein 4.2

THE ULTIMATE SOUR LEMON BARS



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Categories     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Pastry

Yield 32 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Crust:
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered suagar
pinch of salt
1/2 cup chilled unsalted butter cut into pieces
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping:
5 large eggs room temperature
2 cups sugar
1 cup strained fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 1/2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
powdered sugar for garnish

Steps:

  • For Crust: Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 350 degrees. Line 9 inch swuare pan with 2 inch high sides with foil, extendiing 1 inch above sides of pan. Butter 2 uncovered sides of pan, Combine flour powdered sugar and salt in processor, add buttered and cut in using on/off turns until mixture appears sandy. Add vanilla and process until dough begins to come together. Press dough evenly into prepared baking pan. Bake crust until golden brown about 28 minutes. Meanwhile prepare topping. Whisk eggs and 2 cups sugat in amedium bowl to blend. Whisk in lemon juice then all purpose flour. Strain into another bowl. Mix in grated lemon peel. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Pour filling over hot crust. Bake until sides are set and filling no longer moves in center when pan is shaken about 22 minutes. Cool on rack. Cover and chill at least 4 hours or overnight. Using foil sides as aid, lift dessert from pan. Fold down foil sides. Cut into 16 squares.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemons provide the best flavor for these cookies. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will not be as bright.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to create a smooth and tender cookie bar.
  • Add the eggs one at a time: This will help to prevent the cookies from becoming too tough.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the cookies tough.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: Overbaking the cookies will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These Mama's Lemon Sour Cookie Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a special holiday gathering. With their bright lemon flavor and creamy frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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