Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder until smooth.
- Pour over baked crust and bake for an additional 20 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Optional: glaze with lemon juice and powdered sugar for extra shine.
Notes
- Ensure the crust is evenly pressed for a consistent texture.
- Allow bars to cool fully before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lemon bar
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
