Chocolate Chip Lemon Squares
A little lemon goes a long way with these little cake squares. Why not add a splash of lemon to your baking every now and then to add a little extra something special. These easy Chocolate Chip Lemon Squares are perfect for spring.
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Cups flour
- 3/4 Cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 Cup butter at room temperature
- 2 eggs large
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 Cup whole milk
- 2 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1 Cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and line an 8 x 8 inch baking tin. Set aside
- In a medium sized bowl sift together the flour, baking powder, lemon zest and salt. Set aside.
- Whisk the vanilla into the milk and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl cream the butter and sugar. Mix for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is pale and fluffy, add the eggs one at a time mixing until they are incorporated into the batter.
- Next, add half the flour and stir in gently. Then add all the milk and the lemon juice. Stir to combine. Add remaining flour ans stir to combine. Once it is all incorporated, add the chocolate chips, reserving a few for the top.
- Pour batter into your prepared dish. Sprinkle over remaining chocolate chips and bake for approximately 18 - 20 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center and when just a few crumbs come off, it is done. Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool for just a few minutes. Remove from pan after about 5 minutes and let it cool for a further few minutes. This can be served straight away. Will keep for a few days in an airtight container.
*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Notes
Baking time may vary between 15 - 18 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Chip Lemon Squares
Amount Per Serving (1 square)
Calories 200
Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 38mg13%
Sodium 133mg6%
Potassium 30mg1%
Carbohydrates 27g9%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 17g19%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 245IU5%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 43mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.