Lemon Bars With Shortbread Crust Recipe
Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust feature a rich, buttery base topped with a tangy lemon filling, perfect for any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour and powdered sugar.
- Cut in butter until crumbly, then press into a greased 9x9-inch pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour over the baked crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Store in the refrigerator for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 45mg