5 Ingredient Lemon Bars
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4.9
5 Ingredient Lemon Bars
Description
This lemon bars recipe combines a shortbread crust made from salted butter, flour, and sugar with a lemon layer consisting of sugar, flour, eggs, and lemon juice. The crust is baked first until lightly golden, forming a crisp and buttery base. The lemon filling is whisked into a smooth custard without added leavening and is poured over the hot crust before returning to the oven.
Baking the lemon layer sets the custard into a firm, slightly tender top that holds together when cut. The balance of tart lemon juice and sweet sugar creates a clean, refreshing flavor on a crisp buttery crust. The minimal ingredients and straightforward steps make these lemon bars practical and appealing.
The recipe recommends a 9x9-inch pan lined with parchment for easy removal and even browning. The bars can be cut into squares and served as a citrus-flavored dessert or snack, suitable for gatherings or casual treats.
Ingredients
Shortbread Crust
- 1 cup butter sliced, salted
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Lemon Layer
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large egg
- 1 cup lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends slightly over the edges for easy removal.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 cup salted butter (sliced), 2 cups all-purpose flour, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar using a pastry cutter or a food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- While the crust bakes, prepare the lemon layer. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. Add the 4 large eggs and 1 cup lemon juice, then whisk or mix with a hand mixer until smooth and fully combined.
- When the crust is finished baking, gently pour the lemon mixture over the hot crust, spreading evenly if necessary. Return the pan to the oven and bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the lemon layer is set and does not jiggle in the center when the pan is lightly shaken.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely at room temperature. Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 9lemon bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bar | |
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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