Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of homemade Meyer Lemon Bars, a delightful dessert that combines the unique sweetness of Meyer lemons with a buttery crust. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to summer picnics. Their bright citrus flavor and velvety filling are sure to impress your guests and elevate your dessert table. Enjoy them plain or dusted with confectioners’ sugar for an elegant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 6 extra-large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 cups granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 Tbsp lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by bringing butter and eggs to room temperature.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- For the crust, cream butter and sugar until fluffy, mix in flour and salt, then press into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly browned; cool on a wire rack.
- For the filling, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and flour until smooth.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for another 30-35 minutes until set. Cool completely before cutting.
- Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (60g)
- Calories: 186
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 66mg