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Lemon Dream Bars
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bluebayou
"This is a recipe I have had for about thirty years. It has stood the test of time and is as good today as it was then."
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Original recipe yield 1 9x9 inch pan
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1/3 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar
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DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees).
In a medium bowl, stir together the 2 tablespoons of sugar with the 1 cup of flour. Cut in the 1/3 cup of butter until mixture is coarse crumbs. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Set aside to cool.
In the same bowl, stir together the sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. Stir in the coconut and chopped nuts until everything is coated. Spread the mixture evenly over the baked crust. Return to the oven to bake for an additional 25 to 30 minutes.
To make the icing, combine the lemon zest, lemon juice and confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth. Pour and spread over the top of the bars as soon as they come out of the oven. Cool for 15 minutes before cutting into bars.
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Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2004 by ALOHA3
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ALOHA3
Feb. 24, 2004
EXCELLENT!! Was gone almost as fast as it was made. I really don't like coconut or walnut... BUT.. THIS was OUTRAGEOUSLY GOOD.. & EASY ~! I used about 2x the lemon juice. Will definitely Make again and again and for guests too :) Gotta try this!!
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EXCELLENT!! Was gone almost as fast as it was made. I really don't like coconut or walnut......
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Reviewed on Feb. 5, 2003 by WENDA
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WENDA
Feb. 5, 2003
One of the best lemonbars ever! Everyone at work loved them and want more!
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5 users found this review helpful
One of the best lemonbars ever! Everyone at work loved them and want more!
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Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2004 by REBJEANNIE
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REBJEANNIE
Jun. 23, 2004
Ok, I have no idea what the other reviewers commented on, but I don't think it was this recipe?! I LOVE sweets, and in fact being 1 of 7 kids (Big Family) I am the one everyone calls for the "next best dessert" recipe. The icing was way too tangy for the almost pecan pie type underfilling. Imagine a Pecan pie with a tangy lemon icing on top. Not my idea of a good dessert. Sorry to be so negative but these were just not good at all. Dissapointment.
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Ok, I have no idea what the other reviewers commented on, but I don't think it was this...
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Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2004 by MKGCPA
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MKGCPA
Feb. 2, 2004
My mom made these when I was a kid.... they're wonderful.
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3 users found this review helpful
My mom made these when I was a kid.... they're wonderful.
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Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2004 by
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Sandi S.
Feb. 2, 2004
Wow...a great tasting lemon bar that is soft and slightly chewy. Used the zest and juice of 1 lemon (a little more juice than required, but that was ok - just added a bit more sugar)to give it enough tang. Everybody who tried it today loved it - addictive is the word of the day.
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3 users found this review helpful
Wow...a great tasting lemon bar that is soft and slightly chewy. Used the zest and juice of 1...
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Reviewed on Jan. 13, 2004 by
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RECID68
Jan. 13, 2004
Great recipe! I've now made these 3 times, and have found that also adding about 1/4 tsp of lemon extract will take care of those who don't think that it's "lemony enough".
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3 users found this review helpful
Great recipe! I've now made these 3 times, and have found that also adding about 1/4 tsp of...
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Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2002 by LONDONER
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LONDONER
Aug. 29, 2002
I made this for our house. Loved it so much, am making it for an upcoming bake sale at our church. Thank you Sandra.
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I made this for our house. Loved it so much, am making it for an upcoming bake sale at our...
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Reviewed on Jun. 20, 2004 by
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LESLEYfromWI
Jun. 20, 2004
These bars were okay but not lemony enough. I agree with another reviewer that something was missing. I also am not sure if I like coconut in lemon bars....I think I will keep on looking. Thanks anyway.
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These bars were okay but not lemony enough. I agree with another reviewer that something was...
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Reviewed on Jan. 20, 2004 by Paula
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Paula
Jan. 20, 2004
This is an excellent recipe! I put in 3 tbsp. of lemon juice and used chopped pecans instead of walnuts. I'm going to make these for our next family gathering. Thanks Sandra!
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This is an excellent recipe! I put in 3 tbsp. of lemon juice and used chopped pecans instead...
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Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2003 by CookieDough
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CookieDough
Dec. 24, 2003
These bars were good, but just not what I expected. I feel that they're lacking "something" and would not consider them worthy of 5 stars. I would like more of a lemony taste. Not bad, though. I'll see how they go over for Christmas.
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These bars were good, but just not what I expected. I feel that they're lacking "something"...
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