Lemon Bars
Lemon Bars are a bright and tangy dessert with a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious lemon filling. The perfect balance of sweet and tart, these bars are light, refreshing, and ideal for spring and summer gatherings. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they make an elegant treat for tea time, parties, or as a simple make-ahead dessert that always impresses. Their chewy crust and silky citrus topping create a delightful contrast in every bite.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in flour and salt until combined. Press dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake crust for 18–20 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Make the filling: In another bowl, whisk together sugar and flour. Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest, whisking until smooth.
- Pour filling over the warm crust. Bake for 20–22 minutes until the center is set.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Dust with powdered sugar before slicing into squares.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Notes
For extra tang, add a little more lemon zest to the filling.
Bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Use parchment with overhanging edges to easily lift the bars out before cutting.
Bars can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
Use parchment with overhanging edges to easily lift the bars out before cutting.