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Dandelion Lemon Bars

Dandelion Lemon Bars – Brighten Your Spring with This Delight

Dandelion Lemon Bars blend zesty lemon and dandelion petals for a unique dessert that celebrates spring.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Base
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup Sugar coconut sugar for less refined option
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt a pinch is crucial for balance
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter cold butter or vegan butter for dairy-free
For the Custard Filling
  • 4 large Eggs no substitutes recommended
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Zest fresh lemons preferred
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice fresh lemons preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional for more lemon flavor
  • 1 cup Fresh Dandelion Petals ensure they are from untreated flowers
For Topping
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar dust generously before serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • 9" x 13" baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9" x 13" baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the diced butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Whisk together sugar and flour in another bowl, then add eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice, stirring until smooth.
  4. Pour the custard mixture over the baked shortbread base. Bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes until set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
  5. Let the bars cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh dandelion petals before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Fresh dandelion petals improve flavor; use them soon after picking. Allow the crust to cool completely before adding filling. Optional: infuse lemon juice with dandelion petals overnight for more flavor.

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