Description
These 5-Ingredient Lemon Bars are a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. A buttery crust topped with a luscious lemon filling, these bars are the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
Lemon Filling:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
Additional:
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 2 cups of flour and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Make the lemon filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, 2 cups granulated sugar, and fresh lemon juice until smooth. Sift in the remaining 1/4 cup flour and whisk until well combined. Pour the lemon mixture over the hot crust and return to the oven.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and just slightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
- Finish and serve: Once cool, lift out using the parchment paper and dust with powdered sugar if desired. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftover lemon bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For extra tang, add a bit of lemon zest to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
