Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust! These delightful treats feature a buttery shortbread base topped with a luscious, tangy lemon filling. Perfect for any occasion, from casual family gatherings to elegant parties, these bars are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. With their gooey texture and refreshing citrus flavor, they are sure to become a favorite dessert. Whether served with a dollop of whipped cream or alongside fresh berries, these lemon bars are a sweet way to brighten your day!
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 oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- For the crust, mix softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Add flour and salt; mix until crumbly. Press into the pan and bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar together. Stir in lemon juice and zest until combined. Pour over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling completely on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 70mg