Description
Indulge in the bright, tangy flavor of these Best Lemon Bars. A buttery crust topped with a luscious lemony filling, dusted with powdered sugar – a classic dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided (2 cups for crust, ¼ cup for filling)
¼ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
4 large eggs
1½ cups granulated sugar
¼ cup freshly grated lemon zest
½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust: Cream together butter and ½ cup sugar. Add 2 cups of flour and salt, mix to form dough, then press into the pan and bake until golden.
- Prepare the Filling: Whisk together eggs, 1½ cups sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and ¼ cup flour until smooth.
- Bake: Pour lemon mixture over hot crust and bake until set.
- Cool and Serve: Let bars cool, refrigerate, dust with powdered sugar, and slice before serving.
Notes
- For extra tang, add an additional tablespoon of lemon zest.
- Bars are easiest to cut when well chilled.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
