Lemon Bars

Here’s a classic Lemon Bars recipe that’s simple and delicious:

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🍋 Classic Lemon Bars

Ingredients

For the crust:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/4 tsp salt

For the lemon filling:

• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 4 large eggs

• 2/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)

• Optional: zest of 1 lemon for extra flavor

For topping:

• Powdered sugar, for dusting

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Make the crust:
   In a medium bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Mix in flour and salt until crumbly dough forms. Press evenly into the bottom of the pan.
   Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until lightly golden.

3. Prepare the filling:
   While the crust bakes, whisk together sugar and flour in a bowl. Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest (if using), and whisk until smooth and combined.

4. Pour filling over hot crust and return to the oven.
   Bake for another 20–25 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggles.

5. Cool completely.
   Once cool, dust with powdered sugar and cut into squares.

6. Store:
   Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Would you like a gluten-free or vegan version of this recipe?