Lemon Raspberry Bars Shortbread (Ready-to-Print Version)

Tangy lemon and raspberries atop a buttery shortbread base. Perfectly sweet, vibrant and easy to share.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Shortbread Base

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 0.5 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 0.25 teaspoon salt

→ Lemon Raspberry Filling

05 - 1.25 cups fresh raspberries
06 - 1.25 cups granulated sugar
07 - 0.33 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
08 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
09 - 4 large eggs
10 - 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
11 - 0.5 tablespoon cornstarch

→ Finishing

12 - Powdered sugar, for dusting
13 - Whipped cream, optional for serving

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Combine softened butter and 0.5 cup granulated sugar in a large bowl. Cream together until pale and fluffy. Add 2 cups all-purpose flour and 0.25 teaspoon salt, mixing until the dough forms large clumps.
03 - Press dough evenly into the bottom of prepared pan and slightly up the sides, creating a ledge about 1/3 inch high. Bake for 20–22 minutes or until the surface is set and the edges are lightly golden.
04 - While crust bakes, blend 1.25 cups raspberries until smooth. For a seedless filling, strain puree through a fine sieve. Transfer to a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until reduced by half and thickened; about 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
05 - In a bowl, whisk together 4 eggs, 1.25 cups granulated sugar, 0.33 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 0.25 cup all-purpose flour, and 0.5 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth. Stir in thickened raspberry puree until combined.
06 - Once shortbread base has baked, remove from oven and gently prick the surface with a fork. Pour lemon raspberry filling evenly over the warm crust.
07 - Return pan to oven. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–28 minutes, or until the center is set and does not jiggle when gently shaken.
08 - Allow pan to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours to fully set before slicing.
09 - Dust bars with powdered sugar prior to serving. Top with a dollop of whipped cream if desired.

# Handy Tips:

01 - For neater slices, wipe the knife clean between cuts and chill thoroughly before serving.

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