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2-Ingredient Lemon Bars

2-Ingredient Lemon Bars

These 2-Ingredient Lemon Bars are a quick and easy zesty treat that combines sweetened condensed milk and lemon cake mix for a tangy, buttery dessert. Perfect for beginners, they bake up in under 30 minutes and offer a refreshing citrus flavor with a tender, cakey texture. Ideal for any occasion, from casual snacks to potlucks, these bars require minimal effort and cleanup while delivering maximum taste.

  • Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Yield: 9-12 bars 1x

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15.25 oz) box lemon cake mix
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Your Pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars once baked.
  2. Mix the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the lemon cake mix and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until fully blended into a smooth batter without lumps.
  3. Bake the Bars: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and spread it out gently with a spatula. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  4. Cool and Slice: Allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, slice into squares or rectangles. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon cake mix for the brightest flavor and best rise.
  • Do not overmix; stir just until ingredients are combined to keep bars tender.
  • Check doneness early, starting at 18 minutes, to avoid overbaking.
  • For neat slices, chill bars for at least an hour before cutting.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature up to two days or refrigerated up to one week.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free lemon cake mix)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 115mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: lemon bars, 2-ingredient dessert, lemon cake mix, sweetened condensed milk, easy lemon bars, quick dessert