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    Home > Recipes > Dessert

    Pink Lemonade Bars

    Published: Jul 18, 2015 · Modified: Apr 19, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 8 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    lemon bars and raspberries on a white table
    pink lemonade bars

    spreading powdered sugar on lemon bars

    These Pink Lemonade Bars hit that perfect balance between sour and sweet, have just the right ratio of filling to crust, and are made extra fun with a hint of pink. It's raspberry puree that gives them that sweet pink color - just enough raspberry flavor to be there without overwhelming the citrus.

    A couple weeks ago we piled in the car and drove 1,700 miles across the U.S. (from Norfolk, Virginia to Beaver Creek, Colorado).  And while I don't necessarily recommend a cross-country car journey with two 14-month-olds, it was a great reminder of what a beautiful and diverse country this is.

    It was also a great way to learn the words to every recent episode of Sesame Street.


    Smith Fam RoadTrip 2015(some of these photos and lots more on Instagram)

    And truthfully, we've had a blast.  It has been so much fun for Frank and I to have this time together and with our girls.  Time to learn all Molly and Clara's new tricks, debate what language they are currently speaking (English? Twin? Thai?), and ponder why they'll refuse a delicious homemade dinner but will eat absolutely anything they find on the floor.

    We've been doing a bit of kitchen-hopping between the homes of family and friends and various VRBO rentals, but everyone has been more than generous about letting me dig through their cabinets and refrigerators.  I've cooked some of my favorites and done some baking, but these pink lemonade bars are destined to become a classic.

    Pink Lemonade Bars, cut into triangles

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    Lemonade Bars and raspberries on a white table

     

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    Pink Lemonade Bars

    These bars hit that perfect balance between sour and sweet, have just the right ratio of filling to crust, and are made extra fun with a hint of pink.  It's raspberry puree that gives them that sweet pink color - just enough raspberry flavor to be there without overwhelming the citrus.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time40 mins
    Total Time50 mins
    Course: Dessert
    Keyword: dessert bars, easy dessert recipe, easy snack, pink lemonade
    Servings: 24 pieces
    Calories: 226kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $4.00

    Equipment

    • 9x13 Baking Dish
    • Parchment Paper
    • Mixing Bowls

    Ingredients

    For the Crust:

    • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature (2 sticks)
    • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ½ cup Granulated Sugar

    For the Filling:

    • ½ pint Fresh Raspberries (or about 1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed)
    • 2 ¼ cups Granulated Sugar
    • 6 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
    • 6 Eggs
    • 3 Lemons, Juice

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C). Lightly grease a 9" x 13" baking sheet and line it lengthwise with parchment paper (this makes the bars super easy to lift out).
    • Blend the raspberries with a tablespoon of water and strain through a sieve to remove seeds. Set aside.
    • To make the crust, combine butter, flour, salt and sugar until smooth (I did this by hand, but you can also use a standing mixer). Press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake just until the crust begins to turn golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
    • While the crust is baking, make the filling by combining the sugar and flour. Whisk in the eggs and lemon juice. Add raspberry puree about a tablespoon at a time until the mixture is lightly pink. (Some raspberries are darker than others, so the amount you'll need will vary.) Pour filling over prepared crust.
    • Bake until outer edges begin to pull away from the pan and are lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes. (The center of the bars may still be a bit wobbly but will firm as they cool.) Allow to cool completely before slicing into triangles for serving.

    Notes

    I sliced these into 24 triangles and then decided to halve those into 48 bite-sized triangles which ended up being a great little size to serve alongside coffee or tea. The bars hold up nicely either way.
    Recipe generously adapted from allrecipes.com where they were labeled "The Best Lemon Bars" and really might be.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 302IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

    *This post contains affiliate links*

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. Liz

      July 18, 2015 at 5:08 pm

      These sound yummy Jessie. Thank you! The little cuties are cuter than ever.

      Reply
      • Jess

        July 18, 2015 at 11:20 pm

        Thanks so much, Liz - they certainly keep us busy!

        Reply
    2. Mary Ann

      July 18, 2015 at 7:40 pm

      These sound great, and we're going to give them a try!

      Reply
      • Jess

        July 18, 2015 at 11:20 pm

        Thanks so much Mary Ann - hope you're enjoying your summer - the weather is steamy out your way!

        Reply
    3. Betty Luce

      July 18, 2015 at 11:07 pm

      Well thank goodness we're seeing the girls again! Just amazing how attached I've become to your darling daughters through their pictures. BTW the pink lemonade bars look great too. Any idea of how they would work with stevia instead of sugar?

      Reply
      • Jess

        July 18, 2015 at 11:19 pm

        Betty - you're so sweet! Thank you for following along on our wild adventure. I think the bars would work great with stevia, actually seems like a great recipe for a stevia substitute!

        Reply
    4. Debra

      July 24, 2015 at 10:30 am

      Wow--it has been so long since I have dropped by. The twins are adorable. That is quite the feat---1700 miles with two toddlers. You are two brave souls! Love the looks of these bars!

      Reply
      • Jess

        July 28, 2015 at 11:48 am

        So good to hear from you Debra! I haven't been blogging as much as I'd like, but I'm trying to get back to it!

        Reply

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