A cup of tea looks lonely without something sweet beside it. These bars are a nice accompaniment. I love the combination of the nutty crust and zippy lemon curd.\u2014Donna Spenser, New Virginia, Iowa<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":326036,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[303972,303971,304158,305488,304288,305487,304515,303966,304368,304268,304558,324623,304150],"categories-v2":[308503,308500,310461,309438,310802,308988,308481,259620,310796,308880,308495,308745,259483,308910,309177,309434],"coauthors":[305],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Lemon Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Lemon-Bars_EXPS_TOHD24_3994_LeticiaAlmeida_06.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Curd","post_link":"\/recipes\/homemade-lemon-curd\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Homemade-Lemon-Curd_EXPS_THAM18_17339_D11_14_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Easy Cake Mix Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/easy-cake-mix-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Easy-Cake-Mix-Bars_EXPS_FT25_140919_AC_0417_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Angel Cake Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-angel-cake-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Lemon-Angel-Cake-Bars_exps142776_SD132779D06_11_5bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-bars-with-cream-cheese-frosting\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/0001\/01\/Frosted-Lemon-Bars_EXPS_HCA19_135353_E06_22_7b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Easy Lemon Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/easy-lemon-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Easy-Lemon-Pie_EXPS_TOHD24_191815_ChristineMa_13.jpg"},{"post_title":"Easy Lemon Curd","post_link":"\/recipes\/easy-lemon-curd\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Easy-Lemon-Curd_EXPS_TOHD24_6183_KristinaVanni_5.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Curd Cake","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-curd-cake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Lemon-Curd-Cake_EXPS_TOHD25_278329_ChristineMa_9.jpg"},{"post_title":"Almond-Coconut Lemon Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/almond-coconut-lemon-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps29780_FR163878D01_05_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon-Lime Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-lime-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Lemon-Lime-Bars_EXPS_CWAM18_28212_C12_13_5b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Meyer Lemon Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/meyer-lemon-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/EXPS_TOHD25_279374_NancyMock_04.jpg"},{"post_title":"Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/raspberry-cream-cheese-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps19662_QC10254D36-4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Strawberry-Lime Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/strawberry-lime-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps187088_TH153342C02_20_3bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemony Coconut Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemony-coconut-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps179773_TH143195C07_23_2b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Curd Cookies","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-curd-cookies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Lemon-Curd-Cookies_EXPS_UCSBZ17_28033_A05_25_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Strawberry and Peach Lime Custard Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/strawberry-and-peach-lime-custard-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Strawberry-and-Peach-Lime-Custard-Bars_EXPS_RC21_264531_E09_09_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemony Layer Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemony-layer-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Lemony-Layer-Bars_EXPS_DIYD21_257311_B07_14_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Oat Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-oat-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/recipeFallback.jpg"},{"post_title":"Macadamia Lemon Bars","post_link":"\/recipes\/macadamia-lemon-bars\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Macadamia-Lemon-Bars_exps22815_TH143190D10_11_4bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Curd Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-curd-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Lemon-Curd-Cupcakes_exps36529_THCS2238730D12_20_9bC_RMS.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/exps49849_SEFK153551D08_22_7b.jpg"},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-lemon-curd-bars\/","name":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars","datePublished":"2018-01-01","dateModified":"2022-10-16","prepTime":"PT30M","cookTime":"PT20M","totalTime":"PT50M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps49849_SEFK153551D08_22_7b.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Desserts"],"description":"A cup of tea looks lonely without something sweet beside it. These bars are a nice accompaniment. I love the combination of the nutty crust and zippy lemon curd.—Donna Spenser, New Virginia, Iowa","recipeIngredient":["1 cup butter, softened","1 cup sugar","2 cups all-purpose flour","1\/2 teaspoon baking soda","1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd","2\/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut","1\/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Set aside 1 cup mixture for topping; press remaining mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Spread lemon curd over crust. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, almonds and reserved topping mixture; sprinkle over lemon curd."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars."}],"recipeYield":"2 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 207 calories","fatContent":"11g fat (6g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"29mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"96mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"26g carbohydrate (17g sugars","fiberContent":"1g fiber)","proteinContent":"2g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.428571,"reviewCount":14,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldTurtle"},"reviewBody":"Very good. Subtle lemon flavor, unlike traditional lemon bars, that my kids preferred.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBottle"},"reviewBody":"Made exactly as directed. Thought it was the perfect amount of lemon curd. Quicker and easier than my usual lemon bar recipe and very tasty!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeApple"},"reviewBody":"I made these lemon bars sooo easy and the lemon curd was just the right taste. they will go to the family reunion next year","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-01-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBike"},"reviewBody":"These are fantastic. Just follow the recipe as written. They bake up beautifully.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBox"},"reviewBody":"Tonight I'm making this for my lemon loving daughter :-)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-10-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenController"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe!! I cheated and began with a sugar cookie mix. Followed directions on box and reserved crumbs as this recipe calls for. The addition of lemon curb, coconut and almonds makes the stand above 'normal' lemon bars. These bars are beautiful enough for a fancy cookie platter but easy enough to make for after school snack. Highly recommend this lemony treat!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanProcessor"},"reviewBody":"i followed recipe but I thought the crust was way too buttery","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueTurtle"},"reviewBody":"This is great recipe but the lemon curd\/crust ratio is off. It needs double the amount of lemon curd.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-08-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldProcessor"},"reviewBody":"I made this yesterday and followed the recipe perfectly. It was delicious. I'm not a huge fan of coconut, so was suspicious of that ingredient, but it gave this dessert a good little crunch.This recipe is a keeper.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-06-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBike"},"reviewBody":"I think maybe 10 oz of curd would help fill up the extra space on crust. I also used some quick oats in the crust for a more crumbly topping. Easy and quick recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-04-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldGrapes"},"reviewBody":"I made these but found there wasn't enough lemon curd to spread across the whole pan, but I had a jar of orange marmalade on hand so used that to fill in all the empty spaces and that worked great! These taste wonderful! Will definitely make these again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBullhorn"},"reviewBody":"Very good! Will definitely make again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveLobster"},"reviewBody":"3-star recipe but I'm sure it's my fault and not the recipe's. Because I had more lemon curd available and I was worried that the bar wouldn't be lemony enough, I added a gloppy amount of lemon curd. What a mistake! That crust-to-curd ratio was way off, and I didn't bake it long enough for the amount of curd. To be fair, I'm going to try this recipe again (following the directions) because the lemon, coconut, almond combo is really nice.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveCarrot"},"reviewBody":"Delicious. I followed the recipe, but I think there is too much butter in the crust. I may reduce the butter to 3\/4 cup or 1\/2 cup, or add more flour.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"49849","romance_copy_dek":"A cup of tea looks lonely without something sweet beside it. These bars are a nice accompaniment. I love the combination of the nutty crust and zippy lemon curd.—Donna Spenser, New Virginia, Iowa","enhanced_recipe_title":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup butter, softened","IngredientText":"1 cup butter, softened"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup sugar","IngredientText":"1 cup sugar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 cups all-purpose flour","IngredientText":"2 cups all-purpose flour"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 teaspoon baking soda","IngredientText":"1\/2 teaspoon baking soda"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd","IngredientText":"1 jar (10 ounces) lemon curd"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2\/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut","IngredientText":"2\/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/exps49849_SEFK153551D08_22_7b.jpg","RecipeId":49849,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"exps49849_SEFK153551D08_22_7b.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Donna","Lastname":"Hardin","City":"New Virginia","StateDescription":"Iowa","IsCommunityCook":false,"ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep: 30 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling","MinimumServingQuantity":24,"MaximumServingQuantity":24,"Yield":"2 dozen.","DigitalTitle":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars","SubmittedTitle":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":4.43,"WebPublishedDate":"1\/1\/2018 12:00:00 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"","PreparationTimeInMinutes":30,"CookTimeInMinutes":20,"TotalTimeInMinutes":50,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsFieldEditorRecipe":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars","OriginalSourceProject":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":null,"AboutRecipeTitle":null,"AboutRecipe":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"A cup of tea looks lonely without something sweet beside it. These bars are a nice accompaniment. I love the combination of the nutty crust and zippy lemon curd.—Donna Spenser, New Virginia, Iowa","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":null,"RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":" Set aside 1 cup mixture for topping; press remaining mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes.","SequenceNo":2},{"Direction":" Spread lemon curd over crust. In a small bowl, combine the coconut, almonds and reserved topping mixture; sprinkle over lemon curd.","SequenceNo":3},{"Direction":" Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.","SequenceNo":4}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[{"Name":"Course","ID":0},{"Name":"Bar Recipes","ID":94622},{"Name":"Desserts","ID":94274},{"Name":"Finger Foods","ID":94282},{"Name":"Lemon Bars","ID":95398},{"Name":"Sweet Finger Food Recipes","ID":94866}],"Cuisine":[{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0},{"Name":"Comfort Food Desserts","ID":89560},{"Name":"Comfort Food Recipes","ID":89540},{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0}],"HealthyEating":[{"Name":"Healthy Eating","ID":0},{"Name":"Low Fat Dessert Recipes","ID":105208},{"Name":"Low Fat Recipes","ID":105180},{"Name":"Low Sodium Desserts","ID":105212},{"Name":"Low Sodium Recipes","ID":105188}],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[{"Name":"Holiday & Celebration Recipes","ID":0},{"Name":"Easter Desserts","ID":104266},{"Name":"Easter Recipes","ID":104254},{"Name":"July 4th Desserts","ID":104370},{"Name":"July 4th Recipes","ID":104362},{"Name":"Labor Day Desserts","ID":104394},{"Name":"Labor Day Recipes","ID":104386},{"Name":"Memorial Day Desserts","ID":104438},{"Name":"Memorial Day Recipes","ID":104430}],"Ingredients":[{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":0},{"Name":"Almond Recipes","ID":100609},{"Name":"Nut Recipes","ID":100501}],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[{"Name":"Publication","ID":0},{"Name":"Country Woman Desserts","ID":107321},{"Name":"Country Woman Recipes","ID":107253},{"Name":"View All Country Woman Recipes","ID":107353}],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Bars","ID":305488},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"13 x 9","ID":303972},{"Name":"Bakeware","ID":303971},{"Name":"Holidays & Events","ID":304368},{"Name":"Events & Gatherings","ID":304515},{"Name":"Potluck","ID":304558},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Desserts","ID":304288},{"Name":"Techniques","ID":304150},{"Name":"Baking Breads & Desserts","ID":304158},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":1,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"1 bar: 207 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 96mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.","NoOfRatings":14,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/exps49849_SEFK153551D08_22_7b.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/exps49849_SEFK153551D08_22_7b.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":false,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51279,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43644,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":310802,"name":"Bars","slug":"bars","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310737,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"There's nothing easier or more satisfying than a good par recipe. Try our takes on the classic lemon bar, pumpkin bar, cookie bar and more.","parent":310796,"count":844,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/bars\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Easy Lemon Curd Bars"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n