If you’ve been making lemon bars in your air fryer and want to perfect your recipe or try a new twist, I’d be happy to help! Here’s a recipe for Air Fryer Lemon Bars that you can enjoy. These bars are tangy, sweet, and have a crisp, buttery crust, all made easily in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Lemon Bars: Tangy and Sweet Perfection
These air fryer lemon bars feature a buttery shortbread crust with a tangy lemon filling. They’re perfect for a quick dessert or a delightful treat any time of day. This recipe is tailored to ensure you get that perfect balance of sweetness and tartness with a lovely, crisp texture.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into small pieces)
- Pinch of salt
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Equipment Needed
- Air fryer
- 8×8-inch baking pan or a similar size that fits your air fryer basket
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Parchment paper (optional)