Description
Lemon Bars (with Shortbread Crust!) are the perfect sweet and tangy treat that everyone will adore. With a buttery shortbread crust and a smooth, citrus-infused filling, these bars are quick to prepare and irresistible to eat. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, this delightful dessert is sure to impress. The combination of fresh lemon juice and zest delivers a vibrant flavor that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and watch as they disappear from the plate!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ 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).
- For the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Mix in softened butter until crumbly. Press into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- For the filling: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Pour over the baked crust.
- Bake again for 25-30 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares and dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 75mg