Go Back
Air Fryer Lemon Bars: Golden crisp air fryer lemon bars with a tangy, glistening yellow filling on a white plate.

Ultimate Air Fryer Lemon Bars - Golden Crisp & Tangy

Chef Marcus
Make these bright, zesty Air Fryer Lemon Bars with a buttery crust and tangy filling. This Air Fryer Baking Sweets recipe is a quick, viral-worthy dessert that's perfectly golden.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • 8-inch round cake pan or parchment-lined basket

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and melted butter until crumbly, then press into an 8-inch pan lined with parchment.
  • Preheat air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Bake the crust for 8 minutes until lightly golden.
  • Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, eggs, and zest until smooth.
  • Pour filling over the hot crust and air fry for 10-12 minutes until set with a slight jiggle.
  • Cool completely, then chill for 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Keyword Air Fryer Lemon Bars