Description
A delightful treat with a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, these lemon bars feature a buttery crust and smooth lemon filling.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides.
- Make the crust: In a large bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add the nutmeg. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture firmly into your prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes until light golden brown.
- While the crust bakes, prepare the filling: Whisk together eggs and sugar until well combined. Add flour and whisk until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
- Pour the filling over the hot crust. Return to oven and bake for 20-25 minutes more, until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
- Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack (about 2 hours). Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
Notes
Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Make sure to let the bars cool completely before cutting for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: lemon bars, dessert, easy dessert, sweet treats, summer desserts