Sunburst Lemon Bars

Brighten your day with the irresistible tang of Sunburst Lemon Bars! These luscious treats feature a buttery, golden shortbread crust topped with a zesty lemon filling bursting with fresh lemon juice and vibrant zest. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a handful of simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for novice and seasoned bakers alike. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a refreshing dessert, or craving a citrusy snack, these lemon bars will add sunshine to any occasion. Bake a batch today and treat your taste buds to a ray of sweet, tangy perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.125 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 0.75 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of unsalted butter and 0.5 cup of granulated sugar until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually mix in 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 0.125 teaspoon of salt until crumbly.

Step 5

Press the shortbread mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

While the crust bakes, prepare the lemon filling. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 0.75 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1.5 cups of granulated sugar until well combined.

Step 8

Stir in 0.25 cup of all-purpose flour and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest until smooth.

Step 9

Pour the lemon filling over the slightly cooled crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 10

Return the dish to the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center.

Step 11

Remove the lemon bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 12

Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.

Step 13

Dust the top with 0.25 cup of powdered sugar, if desired, then slice into 16 squares.

Step 14

Serve and enjoy your Sunburst Lemon Bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(746.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2310.5

Total Fat 21.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 582.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 486.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 301.3g
Protein 50.0g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 159.6mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 552.3mg	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: 8.2%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 83.2%