Gingered Lemon Bars
Brighten up your dessert table with these zesty and aromatic Gingered Lemon Bars! This delightful twist on a classic favorite combines the tangy freshness of lemon with the subtle warmth of fresh ginger, creating a flavorful harmony that's both refreshing and comforting. A buttery, ginger-infused shortbread crust serves as the perfect foundation for a silky lemon filling, while a dusting of powdered sugar and optional candied ginger garnish add an elegant finishing touch. Ready in just one hour, these bars are perfect for everything from casual gatherings to sophisticated celebrations. Plus, their make-ahead convenience and refrigerator storage make them as practical as they are delicious. Treat yourself to this vibrant dessert and savor the perfect balance of citrus and spice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 4 Eggs
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar (for filling)
- 0.75 cups Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 cups All-purpose flour (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons Candied ginger, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.5 cups of granulated sugar. Add the softened butter and grated fresh ginger to the bowl, and use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 eggs and 1.5 cups of granulated sugar until smooth. Add 0.75 cups of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, and 0.25 cups of all-purpose flour. Whisk until the mixture is fully combined and free of lumps.
Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust and smooth it out with a spatula. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles when shaken.
Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
Dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar and sprinkle with finely chopped candied ginger if desired. Use a sharp knife to cut into 16 squares.
Serve the Gingered Lemon Bars at room temperature, and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.6 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.8 g | 489% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1132 mg | 377% | |
| Sodium | 316 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 599.0 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 426.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
