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Classic Lemon Bars

Classic Lemon Bars

Buttery shortbread crust topped with a tangy, silky lemon curd filling and a generous dusting of powdered sugar. The perfect balance of sweet and tart.

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MediumPrep: 15 minCook: 40 minTotal: 55 minServes 16
BakingDessertLemonClassic

Ingredients (9 items)

16 servings

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  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour — divided
  • 1/2 cup butter — cold, cubed
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar — plus extra for dusting
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice — about 4 lemons
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Pulse 1 cup flour, cold butter, powdered sugar, and salt in a food processor until it forms a dough.

    Tip: Keep the butter cold for a crumbly, tender crust.

  3. 3

    Press dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

    ~20 min
  4. 4

    While crust bakes, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, remaining flour, baking powder, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

  5. 5

    Pour lemon filling over the hot crust. Return to oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until filling is set.

    ~20 min
  6. 6

    Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

    ~1h
  7. 7

    Dust generously with powdered sugar. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Nutritional quality

Occasion recipe — lower nutrient density.

45/100

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