Lemon Bar Peeps
Peeps marshmallow chicks are a popular Easter candy in the United States.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Lemon Bar Peeps
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9-inch baking dish.
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In another bowl, whisk together flour, remaining granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and eggs until well combined. Pour the mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for 30 minutes.
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In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with a few drops of yellow food coloring until desired color is achieved. Drizzle the colored powdered sugar over the lemon bars.
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Cut the lemon bars into squares and top each square with a Peeps marshmallow chick.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
