Lemon Bars

Ooey, gooey Lemon Bars are a classic dessert everyone knows and loves! They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart with a huge burst of citrus flavor... and this is hands down our favorite recipe. It starts with a thick, buttery shortbread crust, topped with a gooey, creamy, lemony layer and finished off with a healthy dose of powdered sugar. Guaranteed to become a favorite!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 55

Servings:

Calories: 335kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

Crust

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup butter softened
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup powdered sugar

Filling

4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350° F.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and powdered sugar.
Cut in butter and blend with a pastry blender or fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Spread in a greased 9x13 inch pan, pressing firmly.
Bake at 350° for 18-20 min. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
In a separate mixing bowl, beat eggs well.
Add flour, sugar, and baking powder and continue beating.
Add lemon juice and mix until thoroughly incorporated.
Pour mixture over cooled crust in pan.
Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until center is set and top is light golden brown.
Cool slightly, then transfer to refrigerator to set and cool completely.
Remove from refrigerator and sprinkle with powdered sugar; cut into squares.

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