This easy the best lemon bars recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
THE BEST LEMON BARS
This easy the best lemon bars recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- Crust
- /2 cup butter cold
- cup flour
- /4 cup powdered sugar
- Filling
- cup sugar
- tablespoons flour
- /2 teaspoon baking powder
- eggs beaten
- tablespoons lemon juice
- grated rind of 1 lemon
- Glaze
- /4 cup powdered sugar
- lemon juice to make soft glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8 x 8 pan with foil, lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Cut together butter, flour and powdered sugar until mixture resembles coarse meal and press into an even layer into prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Mix together sugar, flour and baking powder. Add in eggs, lemon juice and lemon rind.
- Pour over hot, baked crust and bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown and mixture is set.
- Mix together powdered sugar and enough lemon juice to make a glaze soft enough to drizzle over lemon bars while they are still warm. Glaze, let cool then cut into squares.
Tips for the Best THE BEST LEMON BARS
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking the best lemon bars.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.