Lemon Bars (with Shortbread Crust!)
Indulge in the bright and tangy flavors of Lemon Bars with a buttery shortbread crust. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. With their refreshing lemon filling and melt-in-your-mouth crust, they strike a perfect balance between sweet and tart. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Elevate your dessert table and impress your friends and family with these irresistible lemon bars that are sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- â…” cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Gradually mix in flour and salt, creating a crumbly dough. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Bake the crust for about 20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until blended; add lemon juice and zest, mixing well. Pour this mixture over the baked crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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