Description
These delightful bars feature a bright lemon flavor paired with a buttery crumb topping, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 cup sugar (divided)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup butter, chilled
- 1 egg
- 1 cup sugar (for filling)
- 2 tbsp flour (for filling)
- 2 eggs (for filling)
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt together.
- Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles crumbs.
- Add 1 egg into the crumb mixture to help it form.
- Press half of this mixture into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
- In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup of sugar, 2 tbsp of flour, 2 eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour this lemon filling over the crust in the baking pan.
- Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top of the filling.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Once baked, cool the bars, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.
Notes
Chill the bars before cutting them for easier slicing. Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American