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3-Ingredient Lemon Bars: The Shortcut Dessert That Disappears Every Time

Ingredient Amount Notes
Lemon cake mix 1 (15.25 oz) box Any brand works
Lemon pie filling 1 (21 oz) can Not pudding—pie filling
Unsalted butter ½ cup (1 stick) Melted

That’s it. No eggs. No extra sugar. No complicated steps.


The Method: Mix, Press, Fill, Top, Bake, Devour

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare the Crumb Mixture

In a medium bowl, combine:

  • Lemon cake mix

  • Melted butter

Stir with a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. It should hold together when pressed but still look crumbly.

Step 3: Press the Crust

Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to press evenly.

Step 4: Add the Filling

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