Lemon Squares with Candied Ginger
Brighten up your dessert repertoire with these zesty Lemon Squares with Candied Ginger, a delightful twist on a classic treat! Featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious lemon filling infused with a hint of bold candied ginger, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. The subtle warmth of the ginger complements the citrusy zing of fresh lemon juice and zest, creating an irresistible flavor combination. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple baking process, this recipe is ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Dusted generously with powdered sugar, these vibrant squares are perfect for tea-time indulgence, potlucks, or a refreshing finish to any meal. Make these ginger-spiked lemon squares your go-to dessert for a crowd-pleasing treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 4 large eggs
- 120 milliliters lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons candied ginger
- 30 grams powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the all-purpose flour and salt, and mix until a crumbly dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Prick the crust with a fork to prevent bubbling, and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
While the crust bakes, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and granulated sugar. Sift 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour into the mixture and whisk until smooth.
Finely chop the candied ginger, and stir it into the lemon filling mixture.
Once the crust is baked, remove it from the oven and pour the lemon filling evenly over the hot crust. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
Allow the lemon squares to cool completely in the dish, then use the parchment paper overhang to lift them out.
Dust the top generously with powdered sugar before slicing into 16 squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.3 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.2 g | 601% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1247 mg | 416% | |
| Sodium | 1538 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 355.9 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.3 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 755 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.
