Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of The Best Classic Lemon Bars, where sweet and tart flavors meet in perfect harmony. These homemade treats boast a tender, buttery crust that cradles a creamy, lemony filling, making them an irresistible dessert for any occasion. Ideal for summer picnics, holiday gatherings, or a cozy night in, these lemon bars are sure to impress family and friends alike. With just the right amount of sweetness balanced by zesty lemon juice, each bite offers a refreshing burst of flavor. Easy to make and customizable with different citrus fruits, this recipe is a must-have for dessert lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup cold butter (2 sticks)
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
- For the crust, cream together powdered sugar and cold butter until light and fluffy. Add 2 cups of flour and mix until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, beat together eggs, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Sift in remaining flour and baking powder; mix well.
- Pour filling over hot crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar, cutting into bars, and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg