Description
Lemon bars are a delightful treat that encapsulate the essence of sunshine in every bite. With a buttery crust and a zesty lemon filling, these bars balance tartness and sweetness perfectly, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Whether served at parties or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, their refreshing flavor will brighten your day and impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, ½ cup sugar, and softened butter until crumbly. Press the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup sugar and eggs until smooth. Add lemon juice and zest; mix well.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to oven for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, slice into squares, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 40mg