Description
Indulge in the bright and tangy flavor of Classic Lemon Bars, a timeless treat perfect for any occasion. This recipe offers a delightful balance of buttery shortbread crust and smooth, zesty lemon filling. Easy to make and consistently delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Shortbread Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Lemon Filling:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Press into an 8×8 inch pan and prick with a fork.
- Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. While baking, prepare the lemon filling.
- Whisk together eggs and granulated sugar. Add flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
- Pour filling over the warm crust. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly. Cool completely, then refrigerate for 2 hours. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice: Essential for the best flavor.
- Don’t Overbake: Filling should be slightly jiggly.
- Cool Completely: Helps the filling set properly.
- Patience is Key: Let the bars cool completely before cutting.
- Zest for Extra Flavor: Intensifies the lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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