Old Fashioned Lemon Squares
With the combination of a buttery crust and a fresh, tangy lemon filling, this recipe for Old Fashioned Lemon Bars is refreshing and a little bit indulgent! This simple dessert is a family favorite, with a burst of citrus in every sweet square,
Servings: 8
Calories: 362kcal
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (cut into pieces and at room temperature {plus more for the dish})
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup confectioner's sugar (plus more for dusting)
- Pinch of salt
Filling
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice - about 2 lemons
- zest of one lemon
Instructions
Crust
- Preheat oven to 350F. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and butter.
- Whisk flour, confectioners' sugar and salt in a large bowl. Cut in the butter with fork or use your fingers to make a crumbly dough.
- Press into the prepared baking dish. Bake 20 minutes, then transfer to a rack and let cool slightly.
Filling
- Mix eggs, sugar, and flour in a bowl with a whisk.
- Mix in the lemon juice and zest. Pour filling over crust and bake 25 minutes.
- Transfer to a rack and let cool completely. Using parchment paper, lift from baking pan. Dust with confectioners' sugar and cut into squares.
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Notes
How To Store:
- Store them in the fridge wrapped in plastic wrap or an airtight container for up to a week.
- Place the lemon bars in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 2–3 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 94g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Potassium: 8mg | Sugar: 50g