Luscious Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars
These Lazy Day Lemon Cream Pie Bars bring the rich tang of lemon pie into an easy, fuss-free bar form—creamy, buttery, and perfectly balanced between sweet and tart.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Lemon Cream Filling
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice about 2–3 lemons
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Whipped cream or lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper for easy lifting.
- Mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt, then cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Press into the pan and bake 15–18 minutes until lightly golden; let cool slightly.
- Whisk egg yolks and condensed milk, then add lemon juice, zest, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour over the warm crust and spread evenly.
- Bake 15–20 minutes until edges are set and center slightly wobbly.
- Cool 30 minutes, then chill 1–2 hours or overnight. Lift out, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and top with whipped cream or lemon slices.