Classic Lemon Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter
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1 large lemon (for zest)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
→ Filling
06 -
4 large eggs
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5 large lemons (including one from crust)
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
→ Topping
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Powdered sugar for dusting
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring butter and eggs to room temperature. Heat oven to 350ºF. Line 9x9-inch pan with parchment paper sling.
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Mix lemon zest with sugar, then beat with butter and salt until creamy. Add flour until crumbly. Press into pan and bake 15-22 minutes until light golden.
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Whisk eggs with lemon zest. Add lemon juice, sugar, and salt. Sift in flour and whisk until smooth.
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Pour filling over hot crust. Bake 18-20 minutes until just set. Cool 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 3 hours.
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Cut into 16 pieces using hot knife. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Must be refrigerated for at least 3 hours before serving
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Best served cold
03 -
Dust with powdered sugar just before serving