Little lemon-tons

Vegetarian
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Little lemon-tons
55 min.
16
220kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess, look no further than our Little Lemon-Tons! These lovely squares are not only a feast for the eyes but also a tantalizing experience for the taste buds. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh lemons and a hint of almond, they make an irresistible addition to any gathering—be it an antipasto spread, a starter, or simply a light snack.

What makes Little Lemon-Tons truly special is their delectable texture. Each bite offers a soft, moist crumb that's beautifully complemented by a crisp, sweet coating. The lemon glaze adds a refreshing zing, ensuring these treats stand out as a crowd-pleaser. Plus, with just 55 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up a batch of 16 servings with ease for your family and friends.

Vegetarian-friendly and low in calories at just 220 kcal per piece, you can indulge in these lemon squares without any guilt. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, these Little Lemon-Tons are sure to brighten up your day. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a delicious and popular treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 175 butter softened
  • 140 caster sugar 
  • 140 self-raising flour 
  • 50 ground almond 
  • 0.5 tsp double-acting baking powder 
  • large eggs 
  • tsp vanilla extract 
  •  juice of lemon 
  • 200 granulated sugar 

Equipment

  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas
  2. Line the base and sides of a 20cm square tin with baking parchment (the easiest way is to cross 2 x 20cm strips over the base). Beat the butter, caster sugar, flour, almonds, baking powder, eggs, vanilla and the lemon zest and juice from lemon with an electric whisk until smooth.
  3. Scrape into the tin and bake for 25-30 mins until a skewer poked in comes out clean.
  4. Let cool.
  5. Turn out onto a wire rack, trim edges and slice into 16 squares. Tip the granulated sugar onto a plate.
  6. Pour remaining lemon juice into another shallow dish. Very, very quickly, dip all sides of the cake squares, one-by-one, into the juice, then quickly in the sugar. Sit on a wire rack to set and crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories220kcal
Protein4.61%
Fat44.79%
Carbs50.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.82
Glycemic Load
18.99
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.980000021665%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.07kcal
11%
Fat:11.23g
17.28%
Saturated Fat:5.95g
37.19%
Carbohydrates:28.56g
9.52%
Net Carbohydrates:28g
10.18%
Sugar:21.5g
23.89%
Cholesterol:46.77mg
15.59%
Sodium:94.89mg
4.13%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.21%
100%
Protein:2.6g
5.21%
Selenium:5.63µg
8.05%
Vitamin A:307.48IU
6.15%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.65%
Phosphorus:26.95mg
2.7%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.49%
Vitamin E:0.36mg
2.4%
Calcium:22.91mg
2.29%
Fiber:0.55g
2.21%
Iron:0.34mg
1.88%
Vitamin C:1.45mg
1.76%
Folate:6.9µg
1.73%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.51%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.24%
Copper:0.02mg
1.14%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.13%