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Lemon Cottage Cheese Bars Recipe

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Delight in these tangy and creamy Lemon Cottage Cheese Bars, a perfect balance of zesty lemon and smooth cottage cheese baked into a tender, satisfying treat. They offer a nutritious twist on traditional lemon bars by incorporating protein-rich cottage cheese, making them a refreshing dessert or a wholesome snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and flour. Blend everything together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  2. Pour and Bake: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Pour the blended batter evenly into the prepared pan, spreading it out smoothly.
  3. Bake the Bars: Place the pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until the bars are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Cool and Slice: Remove the pan from the oven and let the lemon cottage cheese bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper and slice into squares or bars as desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • You can dust the bars with powdered sugar before serving for extra sweetness and presentation.
  • Store the bars in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Ensure the cottage cheese is well blended to avoid texture lumps in the bars.

Keywords: Lemon bars, cottage cheese dessert, healthy lemon dessert, baked lemon bars, protein-rich dessert

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