Lemon Crumb Delight

Alright, gorgeous humans, let’s talk dessert. I’ve got a little gem for you that’s got just the right amount of zing to chase away those dreary-day blues: Lemon Crumb Delight. It’s like a ray of sunshine on a plate, bright and crumbly and, well, delightful. It’s an all-time favorite in my household for when we want something sweet but not too sweet, if you catch my drift. You should give it a whirl because, trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

So here’s the thing — my husband has a love affair with anything lemony, and this Lemon Crumb Delight totally sealed the deal. I whipped it up one lazy Sunday afternoon, just kind of messing around in the kitchen while the littles were building a lego metropolis, and now it’s a staple. Like, he’s been known to sneak a piece for breakfast. The crumbly top paired with the zesty lemon filling hits him right in his happy spot! It’s one of those recipes that’s become a bit of a legend amongst our friends too. You know it’s good when folks start dropping hints about visiting around dessert time.

Why You’ll Love This Lemon Crumb Delight

– This dessert has the kind of magical zing that even your grumpy uncle will crack a smile for.
– Crumbly, lemony goodness… it’s basically like happiness baked in a dish!
– It’s ridiculously simple and yet makes you look like a kitchen wizard.

How to Make It

Alright, so imagine you’re busy chatting with your bestie while juggling ten things at once — this is how you’re gonna make this dessert! Start by getting your oven preheated. Trust me, you don’t wanna forget that because we’re in for some crispy golden topping action.

Now, grab a bowl and mix your dry ingredients. You can pretty much do this with one eye on Netflix — it’s that easy. The trick? Get those crumbs just right; they should look like flaky little bites of sunshine. Stir in the wet stuff next, make it all come beautifully together, and BAM – the lemony filling slides in to cozy up in the baking dish.

It needs some alone time in the oven now, so let it do its thing. The hardest part? Waiting while that heavenly smell floats around the kitchen. I swear it’s worth every second, I won’t lie.

Ingredient Notes

– Lemons: The stars of the show! When life gives you lemons, squeeze them right because fresh juice is key.
– Butter: Don’t go skimping on the butter, folks. It’s what gives that crumb its melt-in-your-mouth appeal.
– Flour: The base of all things crumbly. Don’t be tempted to over-measure lest you want a crumb clump instead.

Recipe Steps:

1. Preheat the oven like it’s mandatory for dessert joy — trust me on this one.
2. Stir together your dry ingredients until they look fabulously crumbly.
3. Add the wet ingredients and mix until it’s all well-acquainted.
4. Spread the luscious lemon filing in a baking dish.
5. Sprinkle the crumb mixture on top to create that perfect crust.
6. Bake until you notice that golden beauty and smell lemon heaven.
7. Let cool (barely, it’s hard to wait!) and then slice into it like your life depends on it.

What to Serve It With

Honestly, it holds its own, but if you wanna go wild, a dollop of whipped cream never hurt anyone. Or a scoop of vanilla ice cream? Yeah, that probably qualifies as genius.

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

Leftovers? Not that you’ll have much! Just toss ’em in an airtight container and go right on ahead and eat it cold for breakfast. Let’s break rules! It turns strangely refreshing and gets a thumbs up from my little ones for a pre-backpack snack.

Variations and Substitutions

You can totally mess around with this recipe. Trade the lemons for limes if you’re feeling zesty. Don’t have all the ingredients? Throw in what you’ve got and hope for the best — that’s just kitchen magic. Swapping honey instead of sugar can make it feel like a health-ish choice, right?

Frequently Asked Questions

Lemon Crumb Delight

This zesty lemon crumb dessert combines a buttery crust with tangy lemon filling, finished with a crunchy crumb topping. Perfect for a refreshing treat!

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cups unsalted butter cold, cut into pieces
• ▢ 3 large eggs
• ▢ 1 cup fresh lemon juice
• ▢ 1.25 cups powdered sugar
• ▢ 2 tbsp lemon zest

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
• In a bowl, mix flour and sugar for the crust. Cut in cold butter until mixture forms coarse crumbs. Press evenly into prepared pan.
• Bake crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven.
• Whisk eggs, lemon juice, powdered sugar, and lemon zest until smooth. Pour over the hot crust.
• Bake for 20 minutes or until filling is set and edges are lightly browned.
• Cool completely before cutting into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Store leftovers covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Garnish with fresh mint or powdered sugar for an elegant touch.