Lemon Bars
65 min

These lemon bars are easy to make and guaranteed to add sunshine to your dessert table. The bright, citrusy zing will have everyone reaching for more.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • Powdered Sugar for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°Fahrenheit (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    For the crust: In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, granulated sugar, and salt, then add the butter. Use a pastry cutter or a knife to cut the butter into the flour mixture. Alternatively, rub it by hand until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the vanilla extract.

  3. 3

    Press the crust evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden brown.

  4. 4

    For the Filling: In a separate large bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

  5. 5

    When the crust is done, carefully pour the filling over the top and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set but still slightly wobbly in the middle.

  6. 6

    Let the bars cool completely on the counter. Then, chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours.

  7. 7

    Slice the lemon bars, dust with powdered sugar, and enjoy!