Description
A classic dessert with a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness, these lemon bars are sure to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sticks butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 6 extra-large eggs
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons grated lemon zest
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup flour
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Mix in 2 cups of flour and 1/8 teaspoon of salt until the dough forms.
- Press the dough into a prepared 9×13 inch pan, building up a 1/2 inch crust along the sides.
- Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Whisk together the remaining ingredients: 6 extra-large eggs, 3 cups of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of grated lemon zest, and 1 cup of lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the lemon filling into the cooled crust and return to the oven.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly firm.
- Let the baked lemon bars cool to room temperature and chill them for an even firmer texture.
- Dust the top with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.
Notes
Experiment with lemon juice for a more intense flavor. Serve with a garnish for an added touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: lemon bars, dessert, Ina Garten, baking, sweet and tart
