Description
Delicious Lemon Bars: A Zesty, Buttery Treat That Melts in Your Mouth! These easy lemon bars feature a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious lemon filling, perfect for any occasion. The vibrant lemon flavor combined with the delicate texture makes these bars irresistible. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or craving a citrusy dessert, this foolproof recipe is guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
- For the crust: 1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup unsalted butter (softened), ¼ cup powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- For the filling: 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest.
- For garnish: Additional powdered sugar for dusting.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Mix crust ingredients (flour, powdered sugar, butter, salt) in a food processor until crumbly.
- Press crust mixture firmly into the pan and bake for 15-18 minutes until lightly golden.
- Whisk filling ingredients (sugar, eggs, flour, lemon juice, zest) until smooth.
- Pour filling over warm crust and bake for 20-25 minutes until set.
- Cool completely, dust with powdered sugar, then slice and serve.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for longer storage (up to 2 months) – thaw before serving.
- Gluten-free flour can be substituted 1:1 for the all-purpose flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (1/9 of recipe)
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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