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Skinny Honey Lemon Bars

A refreshing dessert bursting with zesty lemon flavor and just the right amount of sweetness, made with wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Healthy
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons whole wheat flour
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter chopped and placed in freezer to get cold
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Greek yogurt

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  • Step 3: Cut the cold butter into the dry mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Step 4: Stir in the Vanilla Greek yogurt until the mixture forms a thick, sticky dough.
  • Step 5: Transfer the dough into the prepared baking dish and press it evenly into the bottom.
  • Step 6: Bake the crust for about 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  • Step 7: While the crust is baking, prepare the filling by whisking together more Greek yogurt, honey, and lemon juice.
  • Step 8: Once the crust is done, pour the filling over it and spread evenly.
  • Step 9: Bake again for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and slightly jiggly in the center.
  • Step 10: Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before lifting out and slicing into squares.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Notes

Chill the bars before slicing for clean cuts. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.