Description
Lemon bars are a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances tartness and sweetness in every bite. With a buttery, crumbly crust and a smooth, zesty lemon filling, these bars are ideal for any occasion—from sunny picnics to cozy family gatherings. Easy to make, they promise to impress with their vibrant flavor and delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen. Get ready to savor the taste of sunshine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix together flour, granulated sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of an 8×8-inch pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return it to the oven for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Dust with powdered sugar before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg