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A delicious plate of Two Ingredient Lemon Bars

Two Ingredient Lemon Bars

These incredibly simple two-ingredient lemon bars are a delightful treat that comes together with minimal effort. Perfect for a quick dessert, they're tangy, sweet, and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Bars, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 430 g angel food or yellow cake mix Choose angel food for a lighter, chewier bar or yellow cake mix for a denser, more traditional texture.
  • 425 g lemon pie filling Standard canned lemon pie filling, not lemon curd or fresh lemons.
  • 10 ml nonstick spray or oil Essential for greasing the baking dish to prevent sticking.
  • 20 g powdered sugar Optional, for dusting the cooled bars before serving for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • 33 x 23 cm baking dish

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the angel food or yellow cake mix with the lemon pie filling until the mixture is smooth and evenly incorporated.
  2. Grease a 33 x 23 cm baking dish with nonstick spray or a thin layer of oil.
  3. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bars are set at the center.
  5. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
  7. Slice into squares before serving.

Notes

For a delightful touch, serve these lemon bars chilled. They are incredibly easy to make and perfect for last-minute desserts or potlucks.