Lemon Bar Square Renovation Ww 2 3 Pts Each
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly light, these Lemon Bar Squares are a guilt-free twist on the classic dessert, delivering all the citrusy satisfaction you crave with just 2-3 Weight Watchers points per serving. Featuring a tender, buttery crust made with all-purpose flour and a hint of powdered sugar, these bars are topped with a luscious lemon filling bursting with fresh juice and zest. Perfectly balanced between tart and sweet, they’re baked to golden perfection in just 35 minutes. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these revamped lemon bars are an ideal treat for weight-watchers, dessert enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a lighter indulgence. Perfect for sharing or meal-prepping, this recipe yields 12 perfectly portioned squares, making it both delightful and diet-friendly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for filling)
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the 4 tablespoons of cold, cubed butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create a crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.
While the crust bakes, prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 large eggs until smooth and slightly thickened.
Add 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon of flour to the egg mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles when the pan is shaken.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cool, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Dust the top with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar, if desired, and slice into 12 squares.
Serve and enjoy your renovated lemon bar squares with just 2-3 Weight Watchers points per serving!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.9 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 743 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.5 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 338 mg | 7% | |
*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.
