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2 Ingredient Lemon Cake Bars Recipe

2 Ingredient Lemon Cake Bars Recipe


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Sunshine-kissed lemon cake bars offer a zesty escape into pure dessert bliss. Quick, effortless mixing creates a silky treat that melts in your mouth, promising delightful moments of citrusy happiness.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 (15.25 ounces/432 grams) box lemon cake mix
  • 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can lemon pie filling

Baking Essentials:

(none in this recipe)

Optional Toppings/Garnishes:

(none specified in original recipe)


Instructions

  1. Position the oven rack in the center and warm to 350°F, ensuring uniform heat distribution for optimal baking results.
  2. Thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking vessel with cooking spray or butter, then dust lightly with flour to prevent potential sticking.
  3. Select a spacious mixing bowl and combine the lemon cake mix with the prepared lemon pie filling, using a sturdy whisk or spatula.
  4. Vigorously mix the ingredients until a smooth, dense batter forms with no visible dry powder clusters.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan, using a flexible spatula to create an even, uniform surface.
  6. Gently slide the pan into the preheated oven and monitor the baking process for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Verify doneness by inserting a clean toothpick near the center – it should emerge without raw batter clinging to it.
  8. Remove from oven and allow the cake to rest undisturbed, cooling completely within the pan to stabilize its structure.
  9. Once cooled, slice into rectangular bars using a sharp knife with clean, precise movements.
  10. Optional: Enhance presentation by delicately sifting powdered sugar across the surface or drizzling a light citrus glaze.

Notes

  • Optimize Mixing: Stir the cake mix and pie filling gently to avoid overmixing, which can make the bars dense and tough.
  • Customize Flavor Boost: Add lemon zest or a splash of fresh lemon juice to intensify the citrusy profile and create a more vibrant taste.
  • Texture Perfection: Check the bars at 25 minutes to prevent overbaking, ensuring a moist and soft texture that melts in your mouth.
  • Dietary Adaptations: Swap the cake mix for a gluten-free version to make these bars suitable for those with gluten sensitivities, maintaining the same delicious lemony essence.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 152
  • Sugar: 14 g
  • Sodium: 270 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg