Lemon Bars (with Shortbread Crust!)
Brighten your day with these delectable Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust! This delightful dessert features a buttery shortbread base topped with a tangy lemon filling that strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic, celebrating a birthday, or simply indulging in a cozy night at home, these lemon bars are sure to impress. With their simple preparation and vibrant flavor, they make for an irresistible treat that everyone will love. Plus, they can be made ahead of time, making them a convenient option for busy days. Dust them with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finishing touch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ⅔ cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- For the crust, mix flour, softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, eggs, and sugar until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for an additional 25-30 minutes until set.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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