Description
Super Easy Lemon Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a tangy, sweet lemon filling. Perfect for picnics, parties, or casual desserts, these bars are quick to prep and guaranteed to impress with their bright citrus flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the flour and salt until the dough comes together.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, flour, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust and return to the oven for another 20–25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- Let the bars cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- For clean slices, chill thoroughly and wipe the knife between cuts.
- Meyer lemons or lemon zest can be added for variation.
- Bars can be frozen and thawed in the fridge before serving.
- Let the bars cool gradually to prevent cracking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
