Lemon Butter Chews Bars

Brighten your dessert table with these irresistibly tangy Lemon Butter Chew Bars, a perfect balance of zesty citrus and rich, buttery sweetness. Featuring a golden shortbread crust and a luscious, lemon-infused filling made with fresh lemon juice and zest, these bars are elevated further with a light dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch. Ready in under an hour, this recipe blends simplicity with indulgence, making it perfect for everything from casual gatherings to special occasions. Serve them chilled for a refreshing treat, and watch as their melt-in-your-mouth texture leaves everyone craving more. Whether you’re a lemon lover or simply in the mood for a crowd-pleasing dessert, these Lemon Butter Chew Bars are guaranteed to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 0.5 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan, lining it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 2 cups of all-purpose flour, and 0.5 cup of powdered sugar. Mix until the ingredients form a crumbly dough.

Step 3

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Use the back of a spoon or your fingers to smooth it out.

Step 4

Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while you prepare the filling.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups granulated sugar, 3 large eggs, 0.5 cup lemon juice, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 0.5 teaspoon baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoon salt. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the lemon filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.

Step 8

Allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the pan, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.

Step 9

Once chilled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Dust the top with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar before slicing into 16 squares.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy the zesty, buttery goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1028.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3442.0

Total Fat 112.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 806mg	0%
Sodium 1051.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 587.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.2g	0%
Total Sugars 378.0g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 178.8mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 651.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 66.2%