Description
Lemon zest dream bars are a deliciously tangy dessert that is easy to make. They have a creamy filling and a crumbly crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour and powdered sugar.
- Add softened butter and blend until crumbly.
- Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour this mixture over the baked crust.
- Bake for another 20-25 minutes until set.
- Let it cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Let the bars cool completely to avoid crumbling when cutting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: lemon zest dream bars, lemon bars, dessert recipes