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4 Ingredient No Bake Lemon Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 15 minutes plus 4 hours chilling
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

These 4 Ingredient No Bake Lemon Bars are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert perfect for summer or anytime you want a refreshing treat without turning on the oven. Featuring a creamy lemon filling layered between graham crackers, this recipe combines zesty lemon juice and cream with sweetened condensed milk for a rich yet light dessert that sets beautifully in the fridge.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 6 tbsp (3 fl oz / 89 ml) lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 (14 oz / 397 g) can full fat sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 1/2 cups (12 fl oz / 355 ml) heavy cream

Crust

  • 40 graham crackers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8 x 8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides to act as handles for lifting the bars out easily later.
  2. Make the Lemon Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and sweetened condensed milk. Whisk vigorously until the lemon juice is fully incorporated and the mixture thickens.
  3. Whip the Cream: In a separate large bowl, beat the heavy cream on high speed with a mixer until medium to stiff peaks form, creating a light, airy texture.
  4. Fold Cream into Lemon Mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the lemon mixture in three batches using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix—keep the mixture thick and airy rather than runny.
  5. Layer Graham Crackers: Arrange a full layer of graham crackers at the bottom of the prepared pan, cutting some as needed to cover completely with no gaps.
  6. Add Lemon Cream: Spread a thin layer of the lemon cream over the first layer of crackers. Then, add a second layer of graham crackers on top, following the same arrangement. Pour the remaining lemon cream over the second layer and smooth the surface evenly with an offset spatula.
  7. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the layered bars for several hours or overnight until fully set. Optionally, freeze for about an hour before serving for easier slicing and handling. Use a sharp knife to cut into individual bars and serve chilled.

Notes

  • You can freeze these bars about an hour before serving to make cutting easier, but it’s optional.
  • Ensure the lemon juice and condensed milk mixture is thick before folding in the whipped cream for best texture.
  • Use full sheets of graham crackers when possible to reduce excess cutting and maintain bar integrity.
  • Store finished lemon bars in the fridge and consume within 3-4 days for freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/4-ingredient-no-bake-lemon-bars-recipe/