Description
Delicious lemon bars with a buttery shortbread crust and a bright lemon filling, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- Combine the flour and powdered sugar in a bowl.
- Cut the softened butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Whisk the granulated sugar and eggs together until smooth, then add the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest and whisk until combined.
- Stir the baking powder into the lemon filling until evenly distributed and pour the filling over the hot baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden.
- Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack, then dust the top with powdered sugar, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American