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Lemon Bars
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
 

The perfect balance between tangy and sweet, these classic lemon bars are full of flavor!

Yields: 16 servings
Ingredients
Crust
  • 1 and 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup; 169g) salted butter, melted
  • 6 tbsp (80g) granulated sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 cups (205g) all purpose flour
Filling
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (108mL) lemon juice, scant
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup (38g) all purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
Instructions
To make the crust:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 inch pan with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray. Set aside. (See Notes)

  2. In a small bowl, use a spatula to mix the sugar, flour, and melted butter until fully combined. Place the crust in an even layer in the prepared pan, and bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges.

To make the filling:

  1. While the crust is baking, beat the eggs in a medium-sized bowl using an handheld or stand mixer on medium speed for 4 minutes. Add the sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, flour, and baking powder and beat for 3 minutes.

  2. Once the crust is out of the oven, add the filling on top while the crust is still warm. Bake the bars at 350°F for about 15 minutes. Allow the lemon bars to cool completely before removing from the pan. Once removed, the bars can be cut into squares, and dusted with powdered sugar.

Recipe Notes

Yes, foil and spray are both necessary! It makes for really easy lifting out of the pan.

 

 

Make Ahead Tip: These lemon bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.