Lemon Squares Lemon Bar Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Lemon Squares Lemon Bar Cookies, a classic treat that boasts the perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors. Featuring a buttery, crumbly crust layered with a luscious, tangy lemon filling infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, these bars are a citrus lover’s dream. Topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Ready in just under an hour, this easy recipe requires simple pantry staples and makes 16 perfectly portioned bars, ideal for sharing at picnics, potlucks, or as a refreshing afternoon snack. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or indulging solo, these vibrant lemon squares are sure to brighten your day. Perfect for keywords like "easy lemon bars," "best lemon dessert," and "lemon square recipe with fresh lemons."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar (for crust)
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 4 pieces large eggs
- 0.66 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cups all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.25 cups of granulated sugar for the crust.
Cut in the 0.75 cups of unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of granulated sugar and 4 large eggs until smooth.
Add 0.66 cups of fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, and 0.25 cups of all-purpose flour to the egg mixture. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and allow the lemon squares to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or bars.
Dust the cooled lemon squares with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar for garnish. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 43 mg | 1% | |
*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.
