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Zesty Lemon Bars: 7 Amazing Bites

Lemon Bars (Zesty)
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Brighten your day with these delightfully zesty lemon bars. They feature a buttery shortbread crust and a sweet-tart lemon filling, all finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for a sunny treat!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch baking pan.
  2. For the crust: In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the flour and lemon zest until well combined.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the lemon filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until smooth.
  6. Whisk in the flour, lemon juice, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the lemon filling evenly over the baked crust.
  8. Bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let the lemon bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For extra lemon flavor, you can add more lemon zest to the filling.
  • Ensure your butter is softened, not melted, for the best crust texture.
  • Cooling completely is key to clean cuts.

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