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2-Ingredient Lemon Bars

2-Ingredient Lemon Bars
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These easy 2-Ingredient Lemon Bars deliver a bright, tangy, and creamy citrus dessert with minimal ingredients and effort. Perfect for quick baking sessions, they offer a refreshing balance of sweet and tart flavors with just sweetened condensed milk and fresh lemon juice. Ideal for beginners and those short on time, this gluten-free treat is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for snacks, parties, or a light dessert.

Ingredients

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Core Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)

Instructions

  1. Mix the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir gently until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes silky smooth.
  2. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking. This ensures your bars will come out cleanly without breaking apart.
  3. Pour and Chill: Pour the lemon-condensed milk mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until the bars are firm enough to cut.
  4. Slice and Serve: Once chilled, lift the dessert out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into small squares or rectangles with a sharp knife. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice over bottled for the best bright, natural flavor.
  • Chill bars fully for at least 2 hours to achieve the proper firm texture.
  • For clean slices, warm your knife under hot water before cutting and wipe the blade between cuts.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk if you prefer less tang.
  • Store bars refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days to keep them fresh.

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Keywords: lemon bars, 2 ingredient dessert, quick lemon bars, gluten free dessert, easy lemon treat, condensed milk lemon bars, tangy lemon dessert

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