The Easiest Lemon Bars
Looking for the perfect Easy lemon bars recipe? These homemade lemon bars with a buttery shortbread crust and tangy lemon filling are the ultimate lemon dessert.
Ingredients
Shortbread Crust
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 3 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Lemon Filling
- ½ cup all pupose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Make the Shortbread Crust
- Beat softened unsalted butter and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add flour and salt, then mix until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press the dough firmly into a 9×9-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 350°F for about 18 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Prepare the Lemon Filling
- Whisk together flour, sugar, and fresh lemon zest.
- Add eggs and freshly squeezed lemon juice, then beat until smooth.
- Pour over the warm crust and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the center is set.
Chill, Slice & Serve
- Let the bars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours (overnight is best!). Before serving, dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.
Notes
- Always line your pan with parchment paper – This makes it super easy to lift the bars out and prevents sticking.
- Use room temperature butter – It ensures the shortbread crust comes together effortlessly.
- Chill before slicing – This helps the bars set and makes clean cuts easier.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 81mgSugar: 29g
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