Description
Delightful dessert bars that perfectly balance tart lemon flavor with a sweet crumbly crust. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Mix together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cut in the softened butter using a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
- Press the crumbly mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder in another bowl until smooth.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the center is firm.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Notes
For serving, chill bars for a refreshing taste. Pair with tea or top with berries or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: lemon bars, dessert, sweet treat, baking, citrus dessert