Description

These lemon bars are a favorite for a reason. They have a rich, shortbread-like crust and a bright, citrusy top that wakes up your taste buds. Perfect for afternoon tea, a birthday party, or just a sweet snack, this easy recipe requires no fancy equipment or expert skills.

Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups granulated sugar
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 large eggs
1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 to 4 lemons)
1 tablespoon lemon zest

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Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Mix and Press: In a large bowl, mix the butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 cups flour, and salt until a soft dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Bake Crust: Bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn a light golden color.
Prepare Filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together 2 cups of sugar and 6 tablespoons of flour in a clean bowl. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until the mixture is very smooth.
Final Bake: Pour the lemon mixture over the hot, baked crust. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes until the center is set.
Cool and Serve: Let cool completely in the pan before cutting. Dust with powdered sugar to serve.

Notes

Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure they hold their shape. Use a fine-mesh strainer to get an even coating of powdered sugar. Wipe your knife clean between cuts for the cleanest edges.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Oven
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 250
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 3g