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2-Ingredient Lemon Cake Bars

Move over complicated cake bars, these Lemon Cake Bars require just 2-ingredients and are so easy to make!

slice of lemon cake bars on a white serving tray

2-Ingredient Lemon Cake Bars are an adventure in minimalist baking that yields a maximum flavor explosion.

These bars combine the tangy zest of lemons with the sweet serenity of cake, all wrapped up in an incredibly easy recipe that’s nearly as delightful as the final product.

Just two simple ingredients, but the result? A symphony of zesty sweetness that dances on your tongue, creating a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying.

It’s one of the easiest cake bar recipes you’ll ever make!

If you enjoy this, check out our Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars, Lemon Depression Cake, Lemon Drop Shots and Instant Pot Lemon Cheesecake.

slice of lemon cake bar on white serving tray

Lemon Cake Bars Ingredients

OPTIONAL:

  • Powdered Sugar – to top if desired
  • Whipped Cream – to top if desired

Equipment needed to make 2-ingredient lemon cake bars

  • Cake pan
  • Oven
lemon cake bars on white stand

How to Make 2-Ingredient Lemon Cake Bars

Place the Angel Food Cake Mix in a large bowl. 

Open the can of Lemon Pie Filling, and add the Pie Filling to the Cake Mix.  Stir together until well mixed, and no cake mix is visible.  The Batter will be fluffy, and foam up a little. 

lemon pie filling in bowl of cake mix

Pour into a 9×13 dish (un-greased) and bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.  The Cake will rise above the dish in the oven, but will settle when removed. 

lemon bar cake mix in baking pan

When the Cake is done, remove from the oven to a wire rack, and allow to cool completely. 

Cut into 3×3 inch squares.

Sprinkle with Powdered Sugar and top with whipped cream if desired.

single slice of lemon cake bar on white cake tray

Serve and Enjoy!

Lemon Cake Bars

Lemon Cake Bars

Yield: 12 Slices
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Move over complicated cake bars, these Lemon Cake Bars require just 2-ingredients and are so easy to make!

Ingredients

  • 1 Box of Angel Food Cake Mix (I used Betty Crocker Confetti Angel Food Cake Mix)
  • 1 can of Lemon Pie Filling (21 ounce)
  • Powdered Sugar - to top if desired (optional)
  • Whipped Cream - to top if desired (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the Angel Food Cake Mix in a large bowl. 
  2. Open the can of Lemon Pie Filling, and add the Pie Filling to the Cake Mix.  Stir together until well mixed, and no cake mix is visible.  The Batter will be fluffy, and foam up a little. 
  3. Pour into a 9x13 dish (un-greased) and bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.  The Cake will rise above the dish in the oven, but will settle when removed. 
  4. When the Cake is done, remove from the oven to a wire rack, and allow to cool completely. 
  5. Cut into 3x3 inch squares.
  6. Sprinkle with Powdered Sugar and top with whipped cream if desired.
  7. Serve and Enjoy!

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 53Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 22mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 0gSugar: 10gProtein: 0g

*Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please consult with a registered dietitian for dietary advice. You may read our Nutritional Disclaimer here: https://www.simplisticallyliving.com/nutritional-disclaimer/

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