Description
Enjoy the zesty and sweet combination of lemon bars with a dusting of powdered sugar. These classic lemon squares are perfect for citrus lovers and make a delightful dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the lemon filling:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
For topping:
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
- Prepare the crust: Cream together butter and granulated sugar, then add flour and salt to form a dough. Press into the pan and bake until golden.
- Make the lemon filling: Whisk together sugar and flour, then add eggs, lemon juice, and zest. Pour over the baked crust and bake until set.
- Cool and refrigerate: Cool the bars, refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For clean slices, use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts.
- These bars can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Add extra zest for a bolder lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
