Lemon Delight
Brighten your day with this luscious Lemon Delight, a perfect dessert that effortlessly balances tangy citrus and creamy sweetness. Featuring a buttery, golden crust topped with a vibrant layer of velvety lemon filling and finished with a cloud of freshly whipped cream, this treat is as elegant as it is easy to make. Crafted with fresh lemon juice and zest for a burst of natural flavor, this delightfully zesty creation is ideal for springtime gatherings, summer celebrations, or anytime you crave a refreshing dessert. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like flour, eggs, and cream, this recipe delivers impressive results with minimal effort. Sprinkle a touch of powdered sugar for a decorative finish and serve these chilled lemon bars as a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for your dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 0.75 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons extra powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, powdered sugar, and butter. Use your hands or a pastry cutter to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the flour mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust. Bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.
While the crust is baking, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and cornstarch in a large bowl until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the lemon mixture over the warm crust, spreading evenly. Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove from the oven and let the Lemon Delight cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill and set fully.
Meanwhile, whip the whipping cream and vanilla extract together in a large bowl until soft peaks form. Refrigerate the whipped cream until ready to use.
Once the Lemon Delight has chilled, spread the whipped cream evenly over the lemon layer.
Lightly dust the top with extra powdered sugar for a decorative finish.
Cut into squares or bars and serve. Enjoy your refreshing, creamy Lemon Delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3367 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.6 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.3 g | 412% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1108 mg | 369% | |
| Sodium | 373 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 472.1 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 349.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 650 mg | 14% | |
*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.
