Lemon Bars

Tags: #dessert #citrus #american #tangy #baked Serving: 16 bars Total time: 60 minutes

Bright and tangy lemon squares with a buttery shortbread crust and smooth citrus filling.

Ingredients

• 200g all-purpose flour
• 150g butter, softened
• 50g powdered sugar
• 1g salt
• 4 large eggs
• 300g granulated sugar
• 60ml lemon juice
• 15g lemon zest
• 30g flour
• 30g powdered sugar for dusting

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 180°C
2. Line 20cm square pan with parchment paper
3. Mix flour, butter, powdered sugar, and salt for crust
4. Press mixture into prepared pan
5. Bake crust for 20 minutes until lightly golden
6. Beat eggs and granulated sugar until smooth
7. Add lemon juice and lemon zest
8. Whisk in flour until combined
9. Pour filling over hot crust
10. Bake for 25 minutes until set
11. Cool completely in pan
12. Dust with powdered sugar
13. Cut into squares
14. Serve at room temperature

Notes

These classic American treats balance sweet and tart perfectly. The key is using fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.