Description
Perfect lemon bars with shortbread crust: a tangy, buttery dessert that’s simple to make and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
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Shortbread Crust
- 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Lemon Filling
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- confectioners sugar for dusting
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper, letting it overhang the edges.
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In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shortbread crust ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of the baking dish in an even layer and bake for 16-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
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In a large bowl, whisk to combine the eggs, egg yolk, granulated sugar, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Pour over the crust and bake for 20 minutes or until the center is just set.
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Remove the bars from the oven and place on a wire rack. Allow the baked bars to cool completely at room temperature for 1-2 hours. Then, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, about another 1-2 hours. Dust generously with confectioner sugar before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Use a glass or ceramic pan, not metal.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Separate layers with parchment paper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 34mg
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 49mg
Keywords: Lemon dessert, lemon bar recipe, shortbread crust lemon bars, tangy lemon bars, buttery lemon bars