Description
Indulge in the zesty and tangy flavors of these delicious lemon bars. A buttery shortbread crust topped with a smooth and vibrant lemon filling makes this a perfect dessert for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delightful treat every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt for the crust.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9Ă13 inch baking pan.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- While the crust is baking, prepare the lemon filling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Pour the lemon filling evenly over the hot crust.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggly.
- Allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Ensure butter is cold for a flaky crust.
- Do not overbake the filling to avoid cracks.
- Cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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