Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

If you love the refreshing taste of lemon, you’ll love these Lemon Bars With Cake Mix. They are SO simple to make with just 2 ingredients!

Are you ready for a super-simple and outrageously delicious treat? Today, I’ll be sharing a recipe that will tickle your sweet tooth and brighten up your day: Lemon Bars With Cake Mix.

And guess what? They’re incredibly easy to make! These particular bars are the best because they’re oh-so-simple.

There are just two main ingredients! The cake-like texture is light, tangy, and sweet. They’re a huge hit at my house! 

I’m telling you – they are so good! A quick, simple dessert that’s sure to please. Whether you’re a big fan of lemons or just looking for a delicious recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth, these Lemon Bars With Cake Mix are a hit.

Happy baking, and enjoy your yummy treats!

Common Questions About Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

How Do I Get Perfectly Cut Cookie Bars?

For clean-cut bars, ensure your bars are completely cooled before cutting. Also, using a sharp knife can help you get those perfect squares.

Can I Add Frosting?

Definitely! While these lemon bars are yummy treats on their own, a bit of cream cheese frosting or lemon glaze can add an extra layer of flavor.

Can I Use a Different Cake Mix?

Yes, you can experiment with other cake mixes. A yellow cake mix could work well, but the classic version uses angel food cake mix. (NOTE – I HAVE NOT TRIED THIS WITH ANY OTHER TYPE/VARIETY OF CAKE MIX) Keep in mind that there are only two main ingredients in this recipe. Plan your cake mix accordingly!

Storage

Chances are you won’t have any leftovers with these tangy lemon bars! If you do, though, here is what to do with them.

• Refrigerator: It’s best to keep these lemon bars in the refrigerator. Once cooled, store the lemon bars in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll last about a week.
• Freezer: You can also freeze the bars for up to three months. Wrap them well in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place them in a freezer-safe, airtight container.

Tips

These are some of the best lemon bars I’ve ever tried. Here are a few pointers to make sure things go extra smoothly!

• Use parchment paper: This makes it easy to lift the bars out of the pan for perfect cutting and serving.
• Cool completely: Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into them. This will give you clean, sharp edges.
• Add some zest: For a big lemon flavor, consider adding some fresh lemon zest to the batter before baking.

Ingredients

These lemon cake mix bars are so yummy. I can’t wait for you to bite into your first gooey bar!

• Angel food cake mix – just the mix, don’t add the water
• Lemon pie filling
• Confectioner’s sugar (optional)

How to Make Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

I love these amazing lemon bars. Lately, I’ve been looking for simple ingredient desserts to help me save time. I think this one takes the cake! (pun intended)

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Prepare a 9×13 baking dish by spraying it with cooking spray or coating it with butter or shortening.
3. Combine the cake mix and pie filling in a large bowl.
4. Transfer to the prepared dish.
5. Bake for 30 minutes.
6. Remove and allow the bars to cool completely before cutting and serving.
7. To make the bars extra pretty – dust them with a little bit of confectioner’s sugar when serving.

Kitchen Supplies You’ll Need for Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

You can decide whether you want a metal pan or a glass dish. I think I prefer the glass pans just for the presentation at the end!

• 9×13 baking dish
• Large mixing bowl

What to Serve With Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

Lemon bars are already super tasty on their own. Each bite gives you a yummy mix of sweet and sour that your taste buds will love. 

But you know what makes these lemon bars even more fun to eat? Pairing them with your favorite drink or snack! Imagine having a lemon bar with a cup of hot tea or coffee. The warm drink and the cool lemon bar are a combo you’ll want to have again and again.

Now, let’s not forget about ice cream! A scoop of smooth vanilla ice cream and a lemon bar are a match made in heaven. The ice cream is creamy and sweet, which is perfect with the sour lemon taste. When the ice cream starts to melt, it mixes with the lemon flavor, and it’s just so good!

Why You Should Make Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

If you’re looking for a simple, easy, and super yummy dessert, this is really a great recipe. Your taste buds will thank you!

• Super simple: This recipe calls for just a box of angel food cake mix and a can of lemon pie filling.
• Customizable: You can add in extras like lemon zest or top with cream cheese frosting for your own unique twist.
• Great for sharing: Lemon bars are perfect for special occasions, get-togethers, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Variations and Add-Ins for Lemon Bars With Cake Mix

This easy dessert recipe is also easy to change up. A great lemon bar cake mix recipe is one that you’ve made to fit your own tastes!

• Add some frosting: Cream cheese frosting or a simple lemon glaze can add a nice touch.
• Use a different cake mix: Experiment with a yellow cake mix or even a lemon cake mix for an extra lemony treat.
• Sprinkle some zest: Add a sprinkle of lemon peel zest to the top of the cake for a bright, fresh flavor.
• Extra lemon please: For you lemon lovers out there, add a couple of tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to the batter to level up the tanginess even more!

If you love this easy lemon bar recipe, you’re going to love these other lemon treats too. Please click each link below to find the easy, printable recipe!

More Great Bar Recipes

Cherry Pie Bars

Easy Lemon Bars

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Blackberry Crumb Bars

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