2-Ingredient Lemon Bars
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert, these 2-Ingredient Lemon Bars are the perfect recipe! With just an angel food cake mix and lemon pie filling, you can create a sweet and tangy treat that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. These bars are light, fluffy, and bursting with lemon flavor—perfect for spring and summer gatherings, potlucks, or last-minute desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 box angel food cake mix (the kind you just add water)
- 1 can (21 oz) lemon pie filling
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Directions for 2-Ingredient Lemon Bars
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the lemon pie filling and angel food cake mix until fully combined.
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the batter into the dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake on the center rack for about 25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden.
- Let the bars cool on a wire rack for 1–2 hours before slicing into squares.
- Optional: Dust the tops with powdered sugar just before serving.
Tips for Success When Making 2-Ingredient Lemon Bars
- For extra tang, add a teaspoon of fresh lemon zest to the batter.
- Want them even sweeter? Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe for Lemon Bars
This recipe is proof that sometimes, simple really is best. With only two ingredients, you can whip up a batch of bright, tangy lemon bars that taste like they came from a bakery—without the fuss of measuring, sifting, or mixing a long list of ingredients. There’s no need for special equipment or advanced baking skills; just stir, bake, and enjoy!
Another reason to love these bars is their versatility. They’re perfect for last-minute gatherings, potlucks, or whenever you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. Plus, they make a fantastic make-ahead dessert since the flavors develop and deepen as they rest. Many people find that they taste even better the next day. Whether you serve them dusted with powdered sugar, paired with a scoop of ice cream, or simply on their own, these lemon bars are guaranteed to brighten any occasion.
2-ingredient Lemon Bars
These 2-ingredient lemon bars are the ultimate quick and easy treat—bright, tangy, and perfectly sweet with minimal effort. All you need is a box of angel food cake mix and lemon pie filling to whip up a batch of soft, zesty bars that taste like sunshine in every bite
Ingredients
- 1 box angel food cake mix (the kind you just add water)
- 1 can (21 oz) lemon pie filling
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the lemon pie filling and angel food cake mix until fully combined.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the batter into the dish and spread it evenly.
Bake on the center rack for about 25 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden.
Let the bars cool on a wire rack for 1–2 hours before slicing into squares.
Optional: Dust the tops with powdered sugar just before serving.
Notes
- For extra tang, add a teaspoon of fresh lemon zest to the batter.
- Want them even sweeter? Drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
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