Lemon Delish

Indulge in the zesty sweetness of Lemon Delish, a vibrant dessert bar that perfectly balances tangy lemon flavors with a tender, buttery crust. This easy-to-make recipe features a golden shortbread base topped with a luscious lemon filling made with fresh lemon juice, zest, and just the right amount of sugar for a bright and refreshing bite. With only 15 minutes of prep time and ingredients like powdered sugar for a delicate dusting, these bars are as stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your citrus cravings, Lemon Delish is a crowd-pleaser that’s delightful in every way. Serve chilled for a refreshing treat or enjoy at room temperature for ultimate melt-in-your-mouth decadence!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cups lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons extra powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar for the crust. Cut in the unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until it is lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Step 4

While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until smooth.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt to the sugar-egg mixture. Whisk until all ingredients are fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the filling mixture over the baked crust, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.

Step 8

Remove the lemon bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the top generously with extra powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.

Step 10

Slice into 12 pieces and serve. Enjoy the tangy and sweet flavors of your Lemon Delish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1021.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3009.4

Total Fat 93.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 930mg	0%
Sodium 1116.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 522.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 372.4g
Protein 45.0g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 180.9mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 692.6mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 67.2%