Luscious Lemon Squares
Brighten up your dessert table with these *Luscious Lemon Squares*, the perfect balance of tangy and sweet! Featuring a buttery, crumbly shortbread crust and a velvety lemon filling made from freshly zested and juiced lemons, these crowd-pleasing treats are both vibrant and indulgent. With just 20 minutes of prep and simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, eggs, and butter, these easy-to-make bars are topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Perfect for picnics, bake sales, or any occasion that calls for a burst of citrusy sunshine, this dessert delights with every zesty bite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until well combined.
Step 3
Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the butter mixture, and stir until a crumbly dough forms.
Step 4
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust, making sure it reaches the edges.
Step 5
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
Step 6
In another bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs with the zest and juice of 2 lemons, and the remaining 1.5 cups of granulated sugar.
Step 7
Add 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour to the lemon-egg mixture, and whisk until smooth and well combined.
Step 8
Pour the lemon filling over the partially baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Step 9
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are slightly golden.
Step 10
Remove the lemon squares from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the dish on a wire rack.
Step 11
Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the lemon squares out of the dish.
Step 12
Dust the top generously with powdered sugar before slicing into 16 squares.
Step 13
Serve and enjoy your luscious lemon squares!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1159.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3870.5 |
| Total Fat 118.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 992mg | 0% |
| Sodium 899.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 671.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 433.7g | |
| Protein 58.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 164IU | 0% |
| Calcium 207.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 782.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories