Description
These Easy Lemon Bars are a delightful homemade treat that perfectly balance sweetness and tartness, making them a favorite for citrus lovers.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, butter, and sugar until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish to form a crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour the lemon filling over the crust.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool, then dust with powdered sugar before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For an extra citrus kick, add more lemon zest to the filling.
- These bars can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg