Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Lemon Bars with a Shortbread Crust! This sweet treat features a buttery, crumbly base that perfectly complements the zesty, gooey lemon filling. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these refreshing bars that are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as an afternoon snack. Their bright citrus flavor strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and tartness, making them an irresistible dessert for all occasions. Elevate your dessert game with this easy recipe that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus more for garnish)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2/3 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 mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add flour and salt; mix until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Pour over the pre-baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set; the center should not jiggle when shaken.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares. Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg