Description
Lemon bars are the perfect treat to brighten any occasion, featuring a buttery shortbread crust paired with a luscious, tangy lemon filling. The delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors will have everyone reaching for seconds. Easy to make with just a few simple ingredients, these classic lemon bars are ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings, or as a refreshing dessert after dinner. Follow this straightforward recipe to impress your friends and family with a slice of citrus sunshine.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, and cold butter. Mix until crumbly and press into the bottom of the baking pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- While the crust cools slightly, whisk together eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in another bowl until combined.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust and return it to the oven for an additional 20-25 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg