Description
Lemon Bars are a delightful dessert that beautifully balance the tartness of fresh lemons with a buttery shortbread crust. These tangy treats are refreshingly light yet satisfyingly rich, making them perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to festive gatherings. With their vibrant yellow filling and dusting of powdered sugar, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on any dessert table. This easy recipe requires just a few simple ingredients, allowing bakers of all skill levels to whip up a batch in no time. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible lemon bars that pack an explosion of citrus flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter
- Fresh lemons (juice and zest)
- Eggs
- Baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter with sugar until smooth. Gradually add flour until crumbly. Press into the baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until frothy; add sugar, lemon juice, and baking powder, mixing well.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg