• Beatrice
• 30 Apr, 2026
• • Baking Problems
  • Lemon Bars
  • Dessert Recipes
  • Baking Troubleshooting
  • Runny Filling
  • Beginner Baking
  • Oven Temperature

Why Are My Lemon Bars Runny and How Can I Fix Them

We’ve all been there. You pulled a pan of what looks like perfect lemon bars from the oven. The shortbread crust is golden, the top of the filling has that beautiful, pale yellow sheen. You let them cool (sort of), dust them with a snowy layer of powdered sugar, and grab a knife for that triumphant first slice.