Lemon Cream-Filled Vanilla Cake Bars

These Lemon Cream-Filled Vanilla Cake Bars are soft, tender cake squares layered with a luscious lemon-scented vanilla pastry cream. The combination of zesty citrus and smooth vanilla custard creates a light, refreshing treat that’s perfect for afternoon tea, holiday platters, or whenever you crave a delicate dessert that isn’t too sweet. With a golden sponge base and creamy filling, this recipe strikes the ideal balance between comfort and elegance.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours (includes cream thickening and chilling)
Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Yield: 12 cake bars
Cuisine: European Dessert / Homemade Pastry

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 egg

• 80 grams sugar

• 80 ml sunflower oil (or light vegetable oil)

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 180 grams all-purpose flour

• 5 grams baking powder (about 1 teaspoon)

For the Cream Filling:

• 400 ml milk

• 1 egg yolk

• 10 grams vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)

• 4 tablespoons sugar

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• Juice and zest of ½ lemon

Step-by-Step Cooking Directions

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