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Creamy Lavender Lemon Bars

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These creamy lavender lemon bars feature a buttery shortbread crust and a silky lemon filling infused with subtle floral notes of culinary lavender. Perfect for a quick, elegant dessert that impresses with its balance of tart, sweet, and floral flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (190 grams)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (115 grams)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (65 grams)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons, 120 ml)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (115 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon culinary lavender buds (dried, whole buds)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (16 grams)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the center.
  2. Make the shortbread crust: In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups flour, ⅓ cup sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Cut in the softened butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the bottom of a greased 8×8-inch baking pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are just turning golden.
  3. Prepare the filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together 3 eggs and 1 cup sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add softened cream cheese and heavy cream; beat until silky and combined. Stir in lemon juice and culinary lavender buds. Sift in 2 tablespoons flour and mix gently but thoroughly.
  4. Pour the filling over the baked crust immediately after removing it from the oven. Return to oven and bake for 22-25 minutes until filling is mostly set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Cool bars to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water for clean slices.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for a smooth filling. Press the crust firmly to avoid crumbling. Do not overbake the filling; it should have a slight wobble when done. Steeping lavender buds in lemon juice before mixing can enhance floral aroma. Warm knife under hot water before slicing for clean edges. Baking the crust before adding filling prevents sogginess.

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