This post shows you how to make lemon bars.
If you’re looking for a summer dessert that will impress your guests – try this Strawberry Shortcake!
We are loving this spring and summer dessert – it’s about to become your new go-to! Layers of delicious strawberries and whipped cream in between the layers of baked cakes.
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Ingredients
For the Shortbread Crust:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ tsp salt
For the Lemon Filling:
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
1 tbsp lemon zest
Optional for Serving:
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make the Shortbread Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang for easy removal.
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add flour and salt and mix until a soft dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, until lightly golden.
Prepare the Lemon Filling
While the crust bakes, whisk together sugar and flour in a bowl.
Add eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest and whisk until smooth and combined.
Bake the Lemon Bars
Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust.
Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and doesn’t jiggle.
Cool and Slice
Let the lemon bars cool completely in the pan. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Tips and Tricks
Use fresh lemon juice over bottled – for a more vibrant flavor.
Don’t skip on the zest – this will increase the potency of the lemon taste.
For clean cut lemon bars, wait for it to cool first.
🌿 Lemon bars – Make It Your Own – Try:
- 🍓Berry Lemon Bars
- When making the filling Add ½ cup fresh raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries for a berry version.
- 🥥Coconut Lemon Bars
- If you want a tropical vibe to your lemon bars add in ¼ cup shredded coconut to the crust
- 🍊Orange bars
- Swap out lemon juice for orange juice and lemon zest for orange zest for an amazing citrus twist.
Lemon Bars
Ingredients
For the Shortbread Crust:
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
For the Lemon Filling:
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 3–4 lemons
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Optional for Serving:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Make the Shortbread Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add flour and salt and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until lightly golden.
Prepare the Lemon Filling
- While the crust bakes, whisk together sugar and flour in a bowl.
- Add eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest and whisk until smooth and combined.
Bake the Lemon Bars
- Pour the lemon filling over the warm crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and doesn’t jiggle.
Cool and Slice
- Let the lemon bars cool completely in the pan. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
how to serve your lemon bars
Best served fresh and warm or straight out of the fridge, but you can top with:
Fresh berries – raspberries and blueberries
Dusting of powdered sugar
with tea or coffee
FAQs
Q: Why is my lemon filling runny?
A: If the centre still looks runny about baking then cook a little longer. Bake until it has set and no longer wobbles.
Q: Can I freeze lemon bars?
A: Absolutely! Once cooled after baking, slice them into bars and place in an airtight container with parchment paper to separate the bars and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw fully before enjoying.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
- Protein: 3g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fats: 9g
We hope that this will become a summer fave for you!
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- Strawberry Shortcake
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This post shows you how to make lemon bars.
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