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Lemon Square Bars Recipe

Delicious and tangy lemon square bars, perfect for a sweet treat.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar

Filling

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, ½ cup of softened butter, and ¼ cup of powdered sugar. Mix until well blended.
  3. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch baking pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, ¼ cup of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of flour, and ½ teaspoon of baking powder.
  6. Pour the filling over the baked crust.
  7. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  8. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 30mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Bars, Dessert, Lemon
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