Description
Classic Lemon Bars are a refreshing dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. With a buttery crust and a luscious lemon filling, these bars are sure to brighten any occasion. Whether served at family gatherings or enjoyed as a midday treat, each bite delivers a burst of citrus goodness that’s simply irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan with nonstick spray or parchment paper.
- For the crust, mix together flour, sugar, and softened butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until smooth. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder; mix well.
- Pour the filling over the warm crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares and dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Always zest lemons before juicing to maximize flavor. For a unique twist, experiment with flavored sugars like coconut sugar. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.