Lemon bars are a delightful treat that perfectly balances tartness and sweetness. This recipe is simple and perfect for any occasion. Follow these steps to create your own batch of delicious lemon bars.
Ingredients
Shortbread Crust
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Lemon Curd Filling
- ½ cup lemon juice (2-3 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (finely grated)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC).
- Lightly spray an 8” x 8” baking pan with a flour-based baking spray.
- For easier removal, place a parchment paper sling into the pan, securing with binder clips if necessary.
Shortbread Crust
- In a mixing bowl, using a hand mixer or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter, flour, and powdered sugar until it forms light yellow loose crumbs.
- Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and chill in the freezer or refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
- Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes or until light golden brown.
Lemon Curd Filling
- While the crust is baking, prepare the lemon curd filling.
- Mix lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, granulated sugar, and sifted flour with a mixer until well blended.
- Pour the mixture over the slightly cooled crust.
Baking and Finishing
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is nearly set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Allow the lemon bars to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Additional Information
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes + chilling
- Calories: 300 per serving
- Servings: 9 bars
Enjoy your homemade lemon bars! They are perfect for sharing with friends and family or indulging in a sweet treat by yourself.
Super Easy Lemon Bars
- Total Time: 1 hour 5
- Yield: 9 1x
Description
Delve into the zesty world of Super Easy Lemon Bars, a delightful treat that marries the tanginess of fresh lemons with the sweetness of a buttery shortbread crust. This dessert is not only a feast for the tastebuds but also a joy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for both novice bakers and seasoned pastry chefs alike.
Ingredients
½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup powdered sugar
Lemon Curd Filling
½ cup lemon juice (2–3 lemons)
1 tablespoon lemon zest (finely grated)
3 large eggs (room temperature)
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC). Lightly spray an 8” x 8” baking pan with a flour-based baking spray. For easier removal, place a parchment paper sling into the pan, securing with binder clips if necessary.
In a mixing bowl, using a hand mixer or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter, flour, and powdered sugar until it forms light yellow loose crumbs. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and chill in the freezer or refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
Bake the crust for 15-18 minutes or until light golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare the lemon curd.
For the filling, mix lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, granulated sugar, and sifted flour with a mixer until well blended. Pour over the slightly cooled crust.
Return to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the top is nearly set with a slight jiggle in the center.
Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300