Everyone will love these Lemon Cookie Bars! They’re not only fast and delicious – but they’re full of that fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for the warmer months of the year!

There’s just something so amazing about lemon desserts. Maybe it’s the lemon flavor, the glaze topping, or the fact that these lemon bars can be cut and eaten without messing up a plate!

Since this dessert bar recipe makes several servings, you can easily make this and share it with a crowd! Have the kids join in on the fun – and enjoy baking together in the kitchen.

Skip the birthday cake this year – and make this instead! Or have this waiting for the kids when they get home from school. All options are good options when it comes to this delicious treat.

Lemon Cookie Bars

Makes 15 bars

Prep time: 30 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 egg
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract
• Zest of one lemon
• 3 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Glaze (optional):

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice

How to Make Lemon Dessert Bars

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9×13 baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the egg, lemon juice, lemon extract, and lemon zest. Beat to combine.

Add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Beat to mix.

Press the dough into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

Allow the cookie bars to cool completely, then cut them into squares.

Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Dip the cookie bars into the glaze.

Allow the glaze to set before serving.

How do I store leftover dessert bars?

While it might be hard to believe that there will be leftovers, you need to be prepared when there are! Once the lemon bars cool down all the way, add them to an airtight container and store them in the fridge.

Keeping them cool will be the best way to extend their shelf-life and make them enjoyable for days to come. If you don’t want to eat them chilled, just let them set at room temperature for a short amount of time.

Can I skip the glaze?

You can. If you don’t want to add the glaze, don’t add the glaze! You can easily just add a little bit of powdered sugar on top instead and enjoy every bite.

Don’t forget to add some sprinkles for fun, too!

Can I use bottled lemon juice?

You can, but fresh lemon juice really does add so much more flavor! If you want to take the flavor over the top, using fresh lemon juice is the best option to have and use.

Speaking of crazy good desserts, be sure to check out my No Bake Lemon Pudding Pie Recipe : An Easy Summer Dessert Recipe! When it comes to lemon recipes, you really don’t want to miss this one!