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2-Ingredient Lemon Bars

2-Ingredient Lemon Bars
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These 2-Ingredient Lemon Bars are a quick and simple dessert combining condensed milk and lemon cake mix to create a buttery, tangy treat bursting with bright lemon flavor. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal prep and fuss, they are ready in under 30 minutes and ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven and Prepare the Pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the entire can of sweetened condensed milk and the lemon cake mix until a smooth batter forms. The mixture will be thick but spreadable.
  3. Pour and Spread: Transfer the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly using a spatula, pressing lightly to smooth the top.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Bake for 20–25 minutes. The edges should be slightly golden, and the center should appear set but still soft. Avoid overbaking to keep the bars moist.
  5. Cool and Slice: Let the lemon bars cool in the pan on a wire rack completely before slicing into squares to avoid crumbling.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients to help the batter mix together smoothly without clumps.
  • Don’t overbake to keep the bars moist and tender.
  • Spread the batter evenly using an offset spatula or the back of a spoon for uniform cooking and neat edges.
  • Chill the bars in the fridge for an hour before serving to sharpen texture and flavor.
  • Optionally, add a teaspoon of lemon zest on top before baking for a fresh finish.

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