Plum-Extract Infused Plum Lemon Bars | Intense Plum Flavor Dessert Bars

Plum-Extract Infused Plum Lemon Bars | Intense Plum Flavor Dessert Bars

Dolce Flav

Servings

16

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Category

Plum

These Plum-Extract Infused Plum Lemon Bars deliver a burst of plum flavor in every bite—thanks to the powerful combination of fresh plum purée and plum flavor extract. The buttery crust provides a tender, slightly crispy base, while the tangy-sweet plum lemon filling creates a vibrant, jammy topping. Simple to prepare yet striking in taste and appearance, these bars are perfect for serving at brunch, tea time, or as a fruity dessert star.

Ingredients

    Crust:

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar
    • Pinch of salt

    Filling:

    • 1 cup fresh plum purée (about 4–5 ripe plums, pitted and blended)
    • 1 teaspoon plum flavor extract
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • Pinch of salt

    Directions

    1. Prepare crust base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the softened butter with sugar and salt until creamy. Add flour, blending until smooth, then press evenly into a lined 8×8-inch baking pan. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden.

    2. Blend the plum-lemon filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together plum purée, plum flavor extract, sugar, eggs, lemon juice, zest, flour, and salt until completely smooth and glossy.

    3. Bake to set: Pour the plum-lemon mixture over the warm crust. Return to the oven and bake for approximately 20–25 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.

    4. Cool and slice: Let the bars cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for clean slicing. Cut into 16 squares and serve.