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    Home » All Desserts » Lemon Bars w/ Gingersnap Crust

    Lemon Bars w/ Gingersnap Crust

    Published: Nov 7, 2019 · Modified: Mar 4, 2022 by In Fine Taste · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Lemon Bars with a gingersnap crust. These easy lemon bars have a bright and fresh lemony curd, a spicy and soft gingersnap crust, and a dusting of powdered sugar! Our gingersnap lemon bars are the perfect dessert to bridge the gap between summer and fall flavors!

    The spicy ginger flavor really compliments the tart lemon flavor. I like these lemon bars best the day after I make them—it really lets the flavors mingle together.

    lemon bars in a row on a wooden platter

    What kind of gingersnap cookies should I be using for the gingersnap crust?

    The crust we’re making for these lemon bars is similar to a graham cracker crust. Instead of graham cracker crumbs we are using gingersnap cookie crumbs. You don’t need any kind of fancy gingersnap cookies to make this crust, the inexpensive boxed ones that are super crispy will be perfect! We add a some butter and flour so the crust is firm but a little still soft.

    powder sugar being shaken over lemon bars with gingersnap crust

    Do lemon bars need to be refrigerated?

    Simple answer: yes. The lemon curd, which has eggs in it, is a type of custard that will need to be refrigerated. It will be fine to sit out for several hours or even a day. But after that you should put them in the refrigerator. You can store them in the refrigerator up to a week.

    Can I freeze these?

    Yes! I love slicing these lemon bars and storing them in the freezer for an easy treat at a later date. Store them in an airtight container or you can wrap them individually in plastic wrap. They should store well in the freezer for 3-4 months.

    Enjoy!

    Alyssa

    Check out these other tasty recipes!
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    lemon bar on wooden board with lemons in back

    Lemon Bars w/ Gingersnap Crust

    These easy lemon bars have a bright and fresh lemony curd, a spicy and soft gingersnap crust, and a dusting of powdered sugar!
    4.30 from 88 votes
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    Course: Brownies & Bars
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 25 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 365kcal
    Author: Alyssa--In Fine Taste

    Ingredients

    Crust:

    • 2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs 240 g
    • ½ cup butter melted
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 6 tablespoons of flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    Lemon Curd:

    • 5 large eggs
    • 2 ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
    • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
    • ¾ cup + 1 tablespoon flour
    • Powdered sugar for dusting
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    Instructions

    Crust:

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9x9 pan and set aside.
    • Mix gingersnap cookie crumbs, brown sugar, flour, and salt. The pour in melted butter and mix until thoroughly combined.
    • Pour mixture into pan and press crumbs into pan. Make sure the crust is evenly dispersed and that the crust is pressed firmly
      into the pan. I like to use the back of my measuring spoon to press the crust
      into the pan.
    • Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let cool before adding the lemon curd mixture.

    Lemon Curd:

    • Whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth. Then whisk in lemon juice and zest.
    • Slowly add in flour and whisk together until
      smooth and thoroughly combined.
    • Pour lemon curd mixture over the cooled gingersnap crust and bake for 32-36 minutes until the curd is set but still jiggles a little in the middle. Cool completely. Dust generously with powdered sugar and slice and serve.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 277mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 47g
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