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Delicious Lemon Bars

Delicious Lemon Bars that Brighten Your Day with Flavor

These Delicious Lemon Bars combine a buttery shortbread crust with a tangy lemon filling for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure for a base that crumbles beautifully.
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness and creates a fine texture in the crust.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Infuses richness into your shortbread, making it melt-in-your-mouth.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar This extra touch sweetens the filling to balance the tartness.
For the Filling
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder; opt for a flax egg for a vegan version.
  • ½ cup Lemon Juice Central to that zesty flavor; fresh juice is always best!
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Enhances the flavor with essential oils; zest before juicing for maximum extraction.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the lemon curd; consider monk fruit for a low-sugar option.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Thickens the curd; sift to avoid lumps.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • pastry blender or fork
  • Spatula
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Delicious Lemon Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray with non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour and powdered sugar. Cut in softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
  3. Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, granulated sugar, and sifted flour in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat while stirring for 6-8 minutes until thickened and bubbly.
  4. Strain the lemon curd through a fine mesh sieve into the cooled crust. Spread evenly with a spatula.
  5. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the filling is set with a slight jiggle in the center.
  6. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and for neat cuts.
  7. Lift the bars out using the parchment, cut into squares or rectangles, and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture. Watch the baking time to avoid overbaking, and always zest lemons before juicing for maximum flavor.

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