Lemon Cookie Bars With Lemon Buttercream Frosting

Classic Lemon Cookie Bars topped with lemon buttercream frosting is a delicious and simple lemon dessert that is easy to make!

If you enjoy lemon desserts or are looking for a flavorful summer dessert to make, these lemon bars are the perfect choice. Minimal ingredients required for a simple spring flavored cookie bar.

– 1 ½ cups flour – 1 egg – 1 tsp baking powder – ½ tsp salt – ½ cup butter, room temperature – 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature – ¾ cup sugar – 1 tbsp lemon juice – 1 tsp lemon zest – 1 tsp lemon extract – sprinkles, (optional)

INGREDIENTS

Frosting Ingredients – ½ cup butter, room temperature – 1 tbsp milk – 1 tbsp lemon juice – 1 tsp lemon extract – 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted – Yellow food coloring (optional)

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Instructions

STEP 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

STEP 2

Spray a 8x8 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

STEP 3

Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

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