Lemon Bars
Buttery shortbread crust topped with a tangy, bright lemon custard. These classic bars deliver restaurant-quality flavor with just six ingredients and minimal technique.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 9
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2
Mix flour, softened butter, and powdered sugar in a bowl until it resembles sand.
- 3
Press mixture firmly into the prepared pan to form an even layer.
- 4
Bake until pale golden and firm to touch, 12–15 minutes.
- 5
Whisk eggs, lemon juice, and granulated sugar together until combined.
- 6
Pour mixture over hot crust and return to oven for 15–18 minutes.
- 7
Top should be set but still slightly jiggly in the center when shaken gently.
- 8
Cool completely in the pan, about 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 9
Cut into 9 squares and serve cold or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- 8×8-inch baking pan
- parchment paper
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- oven
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