2 Ingredient Lemon Bars take two simple ingredients and combine them to make some sensational lemon bars that will have you drooling in anticipation!

2 Ingredient Lemon Bars stacked with a sliced lemon on top

Lemon bars are a classic dessert that everyone loves. They’re easy to make, and they always taste delicious. This recipe will show you how to make lemon bars with only two ingredients! All you need is some lemon pie filling plus angel food cake, and you’ll be able to make these tasty treats in no time.

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What do lemon bars taste like?

Lemon bars are tart and sweet, with a creamy filling and a crispy crust. The lemon flavor is perfect for summertime, but these bars can be enjoyed anytime. Even people who don’t generally like lemon bars fall in love with this recipe. It’s hard to resist when they are so good!

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Why You’ll Love Lemon Cake Bars

There are so many reasons to love these easy lemon bars.

These lemon bars have only two ingredients! That means they’re super simple to make, and you don’t have to worry about having a lot of ingredients on hand.
Super delicious, which means they’ll be a hit anytime you make them.
The sweetness of the cake perfectly balances the tart lemon flavor and it’s just an all-around wonderful flavor combination.

2 Ingredient Lemon Bars uncut in a white baking pan

Ingredients

Lemon pie filling – Yes, an ingredient such as simple as lemon pie filling can make something as delicious as lemon cake bars.
Angel food cake – The other secret ingredient to this dessert is angel food cake!

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How to Make 2 Ingredient Lemon Bars

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. F and prepare a 9×13 baking dish by spraying generously with non-stick spray and line with parchment if desired.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon pie filling and the angel food cake mix. Mix until smooth. The mixture will be thick.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth evenly.
Bake for 25-28 minutes or until the top is golden-brown and the cake is set.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes on a wire rack.
Sprinkle it with powdered sugar and top with fresh lemon slices, and serve.
Keep any leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature.

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How to Store Lemon Cake Bars

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days. These lemon bars can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Defrost before serving.

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What can I use for a topping?

Powdered sugar and fresh lemon slices, optional for topping

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Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these bars up to three days in advance. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.

Are lemon bars supposed to gooey?

Most recipes for lemon bars will result in a cake-like texture, however, if you want a gooier bar, simply bake for less time. For a firmer bar, bake for the full amount of time indicated in the recipe.

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What can I use if I don’t have angel food cake mix?

If you don’t have angel food cake mix, you can use a yellow cake mix instead. The bars will be a little denser, but they’ll still taste delicious!

Do lemon bars need to be placed in the fridge?

No, lemon bars do not need to be placed in the fridge.

2 Ingredient Lemon Bars stacked on a white plate

If you’re looking for a dessert to wow a crowd and stay on budget, give these 2 Ingredient Lemon Bars a try. I think you might be amazed at how delicious they are! Angel food cake and lemon pie filling are all you need to make this fantastic treat.

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