Louise's Luscious Lemon Bars
Brighten your dessert table with Louise's Luscious Lemon Bars, a heavenly treat that perfectly balances tangy citrus flavor with a buttery shortbread crust. These irresistible bars feature a zesty lemon filling made with freshly squeezed juice and lemon zest, layered over a golden, melt-in-your-mouth base. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like flour, sugar, and eggs, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these lemon bars are ideal for any occasion, from afternoon snacks to elegant party desserts. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, their vibrant flavor and stunning presentation are sure to impress. Perfect for lemon dessert lovers and a must-try for anyone craving a classic, crowd-pleasing treat!
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Ingredients
- 230 grams unsalted butter
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 300 grams granulated sugar (for filling)
- 30 grams all-purpose flour (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 120 milliliters lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 30 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides to allow for easy removal.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the butter (cut into small cubes), 250 grams of all-purpose flour, 50 grams of granulated sugar, and the salt. Mix with your hands or a pastry cutter until the mixture forms a sandy, crumb-like texture.
Step 3
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Use your hands or the back of a measuring cup to smooth it out.
Step 4
Bake the crust for 20 minutes, or until it turns lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
Step 5
In another mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, 300 grams of granulated sugar, 30 grams of all-purpose flour, lemon zest, and lemon juice until completely smooth.
Step 6
Pour the lemon filling over the partially baked crust, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Step 7
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.
Step 8
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the lemon bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Step 9
Dust the top with powdered sugar before cutting into 16 squares or rectangles.
Step 10
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1229.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4490.2 |
| Total Fat 219.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1253.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2682.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 607.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 384.6g | |
| Protein 56.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 239.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 788.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories