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Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delicious homemade lemon bars featuring a buttery shortbread crust topped with a tangy, smooth lemon filling. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, these bars are a refreshing dessert or snack for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Shortbread Crust

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Lemon Filling

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust.
  2. Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, powdered sugar, and salt until creamy and well blended. Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing until the dough forms a crumbly but pressable mixture. Press this evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake the crust for 15 minutes or until it turns lightly golden.
  3. Make Filling: While the crust bakes, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest in a separate bowl until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Pour Filling Over Crust: Remove the crust from the oven and immediately pour the lemon filling evenly over the hot crust to allow it to begin setting.
  5. Bake Lemon Bars: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes. The filling should be set with a slight jiggle in the center, indicating it is perfectly cooked without overbaking.
  6. Cool and Serve: Allow the lemon bars to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar. Cut into approximately 16 squares and serve for a delightful treat.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and brightness.
  • Ensure the butter is softened, not melted, for the crust to have the perfect texture.
  • Let bars cool completely before cutting to avoid cracking or breaking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend suitable for baking.

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