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Lemon Bars Recipe

These lemon bars are a perfect balance of sweet and tart, with a buttery crust and a zesty lemon filling.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar

Filling

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest optional

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, 2 cups of flour, and ½ cup of sugar. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until firm and golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of sugar and ¼ cup of flour. Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and whisk until smooth.
  5. Pour the lemon mixture over the baked crust. Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  6. Allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Bars, Dessert, Lemon
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