Ultimate Lemon Bars Recipe: 76 Reviews, 55 Min Total Time!
Author:antaki
Total Time:55 minutes
Yield:16 bars 1x
Description
Discover the ultimate lemon bars recipe with 76 reviews! Ready in 55 min and perfect for 9 servings, delight in this zesty treat today! (155 chars)
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2–3 large lemons)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of softened butter, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking dish. Bake it for about 15 minutes until it’s slightly golden.
While the crust is baking, whisk together 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of flour, and optional lemon zest until combined.
Once the crust is done, pour the lemon filling over the hot crust. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and slightly jiggly in the center.
Allow the lemon bars to cool at room temperature, then dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.
Notes
Delightful lemon bars that are tangy, sweet, and perfect for any occasion!
