Sourdough Lemon Bars
These Sourdough Lemon Bars are a delightful blend of zesty lemon flavor and sourdough tang, offering a light yet satisfying dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 150 grams unsalted butter, softened or melty About 11 Tablespoons
- 75 grams granulated sugar About 1/3 cup plus 1 Tablespoon
- 50 grams sourdough discard About 3 Tablespoons
- 6 grams vanilla extract About 1 1/2 teaspoons
- 3 grams salt About 1/2 teaspoon
- 210 grams all-purpose flour About 1 1/2 cups
For the filling
- 3 large eggs About 150 grams
- 200 grams granulated sugar About 1 cup
- 60 grams sourdough discard About 1/4 cup
- 6 grams lemon zest Zest from one large lemon, about 1 Tablespoon
- 110 grams freshly squeezed lemon juice Juice from 2 large lemons, about 1/2 cup
- 80 grams milk Whole or 2%, about 1/3 cup
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and grease your baking pan.
- Combine the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the sourdough discard, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, folding until just combined.
- Pour the crust mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Baking the Crust
- Bake the crust until lightly browned and set.
Preparing the Filling
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until combined and slightly frothy.
- Add the remaining sourdough discard, lemon zest, lemon juice, and milk into the egg and sugar mixture, whisking until smooth.
Baking the Bars
- Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust and return to the oven.
- Bake until the filling is just set with a slightly jiggly center.
Cooling and Serving
- Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Refrigerate for at least a couple of hours before slicing and serving.
- Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature eggs and soften the butter adequately. Adjust sweetness to taste. A chilled bar cuts cleaner than a warm one.