Scrumptious Lemon Bars
Brighten your day with these irresistible Scrumptious Lemon Bars, the ultimate balance of zesty citrus flavor and buttery crumble. Featuring a tender shortbread crust and a luscious lemon filling made with fresh lemon juice and vibrant lemon zest, this recipe delivers a dessert that's both tangy and sweet. Perfectly dusted with powdered sugar for a classic finish, these bars are easy to make, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself, these lemon bars are ideal for any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and bold citrus punch, they’re sure to become a favorite. Serve chilled for the most refreshing bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.66 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix until the dough forms a crumbly texture.
Press the crumbly mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust.
Bake the crust for 18-20 minutes, or until it turns a light golden brown. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
While the crust is baking, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2/3 cup lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon lemon zest in a large bowl until fully combined.
Pour the lemon mixture over the warm crust, spreading it evenly.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-22 minutes, or until the lemon filling is just set and no longer jiggles in the center.
Remove from the oven and let the lemon bars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the dish.
Dust the top with powdered sugar using a sifter or fine mesh sieve.
Cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 992 mg | 331% | |
| Sodium | 892 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 638.0 g | 232% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 419.7 g | ||
| Protein | 53.3 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 772 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.
