Sweet Lemon Bars
Brighten your dessert table with these Sweet Lemon Bars, a heavenly combination of buttery shortbread crust and tangy lemon filling, crowned with a light dusting of powdered sugar. This recipe balances the perfect harmony of sweet and citrusy flavors, thanks to fresh lemon juice and zest, while the golden, melt-in-your-mouth crust provides the ultimate base. With just 20 minutes of prep time and straightforward, fail-proof instructions, these luscious bars are as simple to make as they are satisfying. Ideal for spring gatherings, afternoon tea, or as a refreshing treat on warm days, these lemon bars deliver a burst of sunshine in every bite. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, they’re sure to be the star of any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 eggs
- 120 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 200 grams granulated sugar (for filling)
- 30 grams all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 15 grams powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a medium bowl, beat together the melted butter, granulated sugar (150 grams), and salt until well combined.
Gradually add 250 grams of flour and mix until the ingredients form a crumbly dough.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to create the shortbread crust. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to ensure a flat, even layer.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
Meanwhile, prepare the lemon filling. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar (200 grams), and 30 grams of flour until smooth and combined.
Pour the lemon filling mixture over the baked crust, spreading it out evenly.
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm to the touch.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the lemon bars cool completely in the pan. Then, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the bars to fully set.
Once chilled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the lemon bars out of the baking dish. Place them on a cutting board and slice into 12 equal bars.
If desired, dust the top of the bars with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your sweet lemon bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.6 g | 278% | |
| Saturated Fat | 120.2 g | 601% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1247 mg | 416% | |
| Sodium | 2682 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 592.4 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 369.6 g | ||
| Protein | 56.3 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 784 mg | 17% | |
*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.
