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Tangy Lemon Bars

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Tangy Lemon Bars are a classic dessert with a buttery shortbread crust and a bright, citrusy lemon filling that’s both sweet and tart — dusted with powdered sugar for a perfect finish.

Ingredients

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  • For the crust:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • For the filling:
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, cream together softened butter and 1/2 cup sugar. Mix in flour and salt until a crumbly dough forms.
  3. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. Meanwhile, whisk together sugar, flour, eggs, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
  5. Pour the lemon filling over the hot crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  6. Cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar, slice into bars, and serve.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor — bottled juice won’t yield the same brightness.
  • Lemon bars can be made a day ahead and stored chilled.
  • For cleaner slices, use a warm knife to cut.
  • Optional: add a pinch of salt to the filling to enhance the tartness.

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Keywords: lemon bars, citrus dessert, lemon squares, easy lemon dessert, tangy bars, classic lemon treat

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