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Lemon Bars

Tangy, bright lemon curd set on a buttery shortbread crust and dusted with powdered sugar. The perfect balance of sweet and sour.

SnackAmericanEasy

15 min

Prep

40 min

Cook

1 hr 55 min

Total

16

Servings

Easy

Difficulty

Ingredients

For the crust

For the filling

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment. Mix butter, powdered sugar, flour, and salt until crumbly. Press into the pan and bake 18-20 minutes until the edges are just golden.

2

Whisk together eggs, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

Tip: Use fresh lemon juice, never bottled. The difference in flavor is enormous.

3

Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust (pouring onto a hot crust helps it set evenly). Bake for 18-22 minutes until the filling is set and no longer jiggles.

4

Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Dust generously with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.

Nutrition per Serving

170kcal

Calories

2g

Protein

28g

Carbs

6g

Fat

0g

Fiber

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