Description
Indulge in the refreshing delight of Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust, a dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. These bars are an ideal treat for any gathering, from picnics to family dinners, ensuring you impress your guests with their rich buttery crust and gooey lemon filling. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, making these bars is simple yet rewarding. Each bite delivers a burst of citrus goodness that will leave everyone craving more. Whether you serve them chilled on a warm day or adorned with fresh berries, these lemon bars are sure to brighten up any occasion.
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 freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the shortbread crust, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add softened butter and blend until crumbly. Press into a greased 9×13 inch pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and zest in a separate bowl until well combined.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Allow cooling completely before dusting with powdered sugar, cutting into squares, and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor. Chill before cutting for cleaner edges. Feel free to add berries or herbs for a unique twist.